Master move - Special move

Japanese: 極め技 - きめわざ
Master move - Special move

...This is called "kime" (finishing). Karate requires daily training in basic techniques, and requires self-control so that every part of the body can be turned into a weapon and moved at will. Karate is a martial art that cultivates not only technique but also the mind, and aims to perfect one's character rather than the ultimate goal of victory.

*Some of the terminology explanations that refer to "finishing techniques" are listed below.

Source | Heibonsha World Encyclopedia 2nd Edition | Information

Japanese:

…これを極(き)めという。極め技は空手には不可欠の要素であり,日ごろの基本技の鍛練が肝要で,身体の各部位をすべて武器化し,意のままに動かせるような自己制御が必要である。技術はもとより精神を練り,勝負だけを究極の目的とするのではなく,人格完成を図る武道である。…

※「極め技」について言及している用語解説の一部を掲載しています。

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