Higaonna Kanryu (1849-1922) was a Ryukyuan karateka well known for his calligraphy and Chinese studies as well as his martial arts. He learned his martial arts under Wai Shinzan and not under Ru Ru Ko as some believe. His relative Higaonna KanryĆ studied under both these Chinese kung fu masters.
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1849 Ryukyu Kingdom
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1922 (aged 72) Naha, Okinawa
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