Japan Karate Federation (JKF)

What is the JKF?

The Japan Karate Federation (JKF) is the central authority for karate in Japan, affiliated with the World Karate Federation (WKF) and recognised by the Japanese Olympic Committee. The JKF governs karate styles including Goju-Ryu, Shotokan, Shito-Ryu, and Wado-Ryu, maintaining the highest global standards in both traditional technique and competitive performance.

JKF tournaments and grading systems are internationally respected and widely regarded as benchmarks for excellence in karate.

A World-Class Pathway for KAS Students

Being a JKF-affiliated dojo means our students are eligible to participate in qualifying tournaments held in Australia, with the opportunity to compete at official JKF events in Japan. These are elite-level competitions, where athletes from across the globe come to test their skills in kumite and kata against Japan’s top performers.

Participation in these tournaments requires discipline, technical precision, and outstanding competitive readiness — qualities we cultivate daily at KAS.

International Representation in Japan

Karate Academy Sydney has proudly represented Australia and Seiwakai at major JKF events in Japan over the past few years.

One of our most exciting achievements to date:

Sensei Monique Fatseas — placed 3rd in Kumite at the 2023 JKF Championships in Osaka, Japan.
This outstanding result highlights the calibre of our training program and the strength of our tournament pathway, from local competitions to the world stage.

Our Instructors: Committed to Excellence

To maintain the highest standard of instruction, our black belt instructors attend official seminars and technical training in Japan and Australia every year. These seminars are led by senior masters within JKF and Seiwakai, focusing on:

• Technical updates and standards
• Advanced kata and kumite applications
• Teaching methodology aligned with Japan’s top-level dojos

Our instructors are graded and certified by both JKF and Seiwakai, ensuring that every class at KAS reflects internationally recognised excellence.

JKF: Tradition, Excellence, and Global Opportunity

As members of the JKF, our students benefit from:

• Access to internationally recognised gradings and certifications
• Pathways to compete in JFK-sanctioned events in Japan
• Development under the same standards as Japan’s national athletes
• Instruction from internationally graded black belts and senior coaches

Your Journey Starts Here

At KAS, we offer far more than local karate training. We provide a genuine international pathway, grounded in tradition and built for excellence. Whether you are new to karate or ready to take your training to the global level, we will help guide your journey — from your first kata to your moment on the mat in Japan.

Train with purpose. Compete with honour. Represent with pride.