Chito-Ryu traces its ancestry back to old Chinese martial arts of the Tang dynasty (618-907AD). Later, these martial arts, brought to Okinawa from Fukien Province of China, was passed on through the diligence and thoroughness of many past masters. O Sensei mastered the spirit and techniques of To-de which possesses a rich history and long tradition.
Furthermore, O Sensei studied the various Okinawa Te. One discipline, which originated in Shuri City, a town of nobles and samurai, was called Shuri no Te (首里の手). In recent years Shuri no Te has become known as Shorin-Ryu (小林流). The second discipline, which originated in Naha City, a commercial town, was called Naha no Te (那覇の手). In recent years Naha no Te has become known as Shorei-Ryu (昭霊流).
O Sensei assimilated the essence of these so that he could enhance To-de among the Japanese martial arts. In addition, present day Chito-Ryu also incorporates a sound medical, physiological and scientific base in order to foster health in all, especially youth.
