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THE SHINJINBUKAN LINEAGE

Nowadays, there are hundreds of Karate styles, which can trace their origins back to Okinawa.  Shōrin Ryū, the oldest style in the world, is also divided into several lineages.  For more infomation, read: The History of Okinawa Karate Dō

Shinjinbukan's lineage is called Kobayashi Ryū, and was founded by Chibana Chōshin.  Hence, our lineage is also known as Chibana Ha.  Regardless of the huge differences among the Kobayashi Ryu schools, the most significant similarity is the hip technique, or Koshi, which is quite noticeable during Katas, movement & makiwara training. 

One of the reasons modern Karate styles and lineages originated is because for several generations, most teachers lacked the knowledge of Ti.  In contrast, Onaga Sensei's teachings are based on Ti, the ancient Okinawan Martial Art, which preceded modern Karate.  This is the greatest legacy carried by the Shinjinbukan School.

ITOSU ANKŌ     糸洲安恒
1831 — 1915
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CHIBANA CHŌSHIN     知花朝信

Hanshi, Jū Dan, 10th Dan
1885 — 1969
Dai Ichi Dōjō
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HIGA YŪCHOKU     比嘉佑直

Hanshi, Jū Dan, 10th Dan
1910 — 1994
Kyūdōkan

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ONAGA YOSHIMITSU     翁長良光

Kyōshi, Hachi Dan, 8th Dan
Shinjinbukan

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ONAGA MICHIKO     翁長美智子

Renshi, Roku Dan, 6th Dan
Shinjinbukan

Throughout his life, Onaga Sensei has taught many students, but has only accepted a few deshi or disciples.  For a complete Shinjinbukan lineage chart, see Shinjinbukan Nafuda