About HMB Karate Academy

Our Founder Sosai Mas Oyama

Sosai Mas Oyama (1923–1994) was the founder of Kyokushin Karate and one of the most influential figures in the history of modern martial arts. Born in Korea in 1923, he began his martial arts journey at a young age and later moved to Japan, where he dedicated his life to intensive training, discipline and the pursuit of martial excellence. Through years of rigorous practice, physical conditioning and spiritual development, he developed a powerful approach to karate based on real combat effectiveness, perseverance and self-discipline. In 1964, he established the International Karate Organization Kyokushinkaikan, formally developing Kyokushin Karate as a distinctive style. His philosophy of “Osu” — perseverance, patience and never giving up became the spirit of Kyokushin practitioners around the world. Today, Kyokushin Karate continues his legacy by combining strength, discipline, respect, courage and character development through rigorous training.

“One of the most important things in Karate is to keep training with a strong spirit and never give up.”