Official Membership & Affiliation
The Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai – India Branch is officially led by Naresh Sharma, Kyoshi (7th Dan), under the direct guidance of Kuniaki Nobukawa (Soke), Founder of the system, and Yoshiaki Nobukawa, President and World Karate Federation A-Grade Referee.
We represent the authentic lineage of Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Karate-Do, a traditional Japanese martial art that preserves the true spirit, discipline, and technical excellence of classical Karate, while also embracing modern competitive standards.
Our Vision
To promote and preserve traditional Japanese Karate-Do, while building a strong global network of practitioners united by:
- Discipline, Respect, Technical excellence & Cultural understanding.
With the international expansion of Karate-Do,
our organization actively fosters intercultural exchange and global unity, currently represented across multiple international countries.
Why Join Us ?
Becoming a member of the Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Karatedo India means:
- Direct affiliation with an authentic Japanese lineage
- Access to international seminars, training camps, and gradings
- Opportunity to connect with a global karate family
- Recognition under an internationally respected organization
- Development in both traditional Karate-Do and sport Karate.
Who Can Apply ?
We welcome:
- Individual practitioners
- Dojos & instructors
- Karate organizations
- Schools, colleges, and institutions
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced martial artist, you can become part of our growing international community.
Global Community
This platform serves as a hub to unite practitioners worldwide,
share knowledge, and promote the philosophy and technical depth of Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Karate-Do.
Join / Affiliate With Us
We invite serious practitioners and organizations to officially affiliate with the India Branch.
Email: japankaratedointl@gmail.com
Take the next step toward becoming part of an international
KUNIAKI NOBUKAWA
Soke – Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai (International)
Japan Karate-Do Federation Official Hanshi 8th Dan Blackbelt
9th Dan Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai
YOSHIAKI NOBUKAWA
Kaicho – Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai (International)
Japan Karate-Do Federation Official Kyoshi 7th Dan Blackbelt
8th Dan Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai
World Karate Federation (WKF) ‘A’ Grade Referee and Judge
Asian Karate-Do Federation (AKF) ‘A’ Grade Referee and Judge
TAKAHIRO NOBUKAWA
Acting President – Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai (International)
Japan Karate-Do Federation Official Kyoshi 7th Dan Blackbelt
7th Dan Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai
World Karate Federation (WKF) Grade Referee and Judge
Asian Karate-Do Federation (AKF) ‘A’ Grade Referee and Judge
NARESH SHARMA
National Director – Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai India
Kyoshi 7th Dan Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai
Head Examiner – Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai India
