Maryknoll Shotokan Karate
Established by Tsutomu Ohshima in 1963. Affiliate of Shotokan Karate of America (ska.org) Mr.
In 2013, Maryknoll Shotokan celebrates itd 50th Anniversary making it one of the oldest conitunuously active karate groups in America. Started in 1963 by Tsutomu Ohshima, at that time the Japanese language teacher at Maryknoll School, and John Teramoto, then an 8th grade student. First elementary school karate group in the USA. Practices continue today on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday
08/25/2026
Great to have some special guests in town: Dr. Mitch Hiserote with his daughters Sam (with Maryknoll Shotokan Karate) and Grace (with San Diego Peninsula Shotokan Karate Dojo). Thanks for visiting and helping us tune up for Nisei Week!
09/20/2025
Yes, it's that time of year to test lady luck and treat yourself to some delicious BBQ teriyaki chicken and a cold beverage!
It's happening this Sunday, September 21st. Family and friends are welcome!
Food will be served from 11 am - 5 pm
Bingo games will run from 12 noon to 6 pm
Location: St. Francis Xavier Chapel Japanese Catholic Center (Maryknoll) at 222 S Hewitt St, Los Angeles CA 90012
Looking forward to seeing you there! It's a mini-Maryknoll reunion!
02/09/2024
06/30/2022
First practice after returning from Summer Special Training 2022
02/12/2019
02/12/2019
Black belt practice led by John Teramoto, Sunday, February 10.
| Tuesday | 7:15pm - 9pm |
| Thursday | 7pm - 9pm |
| Saturday | 8:30am - 10am |