✦ Founder
Masutatsu Ōyama
also known as Mas Oyama
📍 Korea/Japan⧖ Jul 27, 1923 – Apr 26, 1994
Kyokushin KarateShotokanGōjū-ryūChinese MA
Born Choi Yeong-eui, Korea. Founded Kyokushin 1964. Legendary physical feats.
Notable Achievements
Founder of Kyokushin Karate (1964); Created 100-Man Kumite challenge; 4th Dan Judo; Legendary physical feats including bull-fighting demonstrations
