The Japanese term for oriental boxing systems originating in Japan and Okinawa.

Comments:

Literally translated from Japanese - "Empty Hand".

Kara = hand

Te = empty

Over the years, this term has morphed (in English) slightly to mean just about any form of martial art - not just ones from Japanese origin.

This term is often used interchangeably (in English) with the Chinese term Kung-fu by laymen.

Related Definition(s):

Kenpo

Related Term(s):

American Kenpo