It is based on the Wado Ryu version of the kata but not completely there are some small stylistic differences which as you say is the wonderful thing about kata the fact that there are so many variations and small subtleties so you really can fit the kata to meet your need rather than being too rigid which allows the kata to be a living breathing art not just a routine
the Shuto Uke of this kata in the video is same uke of shotokan karate. the wadoryu karate has the shuto uke that form a angle rect, 90°, with the arm e the bicipit and the arm isn't in oblique position at 45°!
Excellent observation. The Shuto Uke is not performed in the style of Wado Ryu, Nor Shotokan in fact. Shuto is perhaps one of the most commonly altered movements in terms of its preparation. Almost all "styles" of karate add their own unique character to this movement. All with advantages and disadvantages dependent on the intended outcome of the Bunkai and sometimes down to the preference of the founder.
The evidence for its vast array of applications should be clear from its commonality throughout Kata particularly Shuri, of which the majority of Wado kata are based. This preparation is my personal preference based upon the outcomes of the bunkai, as the description indicates the Wado Ryu version of this kata is the basis only. Hope this helps.
Thanks for posting. I'm grading for my green belt this month and I've got to do this kata.
It is based on the Wado Ryu version of the kata but not completely there are some small stylistic differences which as you say is the wonderful thing about kata the fact that there are so many variations and small subtleties so you really can fit the kata to meet your need rather than being too rigid which allows the kata to be a living breathing art not just a routine
the Shuto Uke of this kata in the video is same uke of shotokan karate. the wadoryu karate has the shuto uke that form a angle rect, 90°, with the arm e the bicipit and the arm isn't in oblique position at 45°!
Excellent observation. The Shuto Uke is not performed in the style of Wado Ryu, Nor Shotokan in fact. Shuto is perhaps one of the most commonly altered movements in terms of its preparation. Almost all "styles" of karate add their own unique character to this movement. All with advantages and disadvantages dependent on the intended outcome of the Bunkai and sometimes down to the preference of the founder.
The evidence for its vast array of applications should be clear from its commonality throughout Kata particularly Shuri, of which the majority of Wado kata are based.
This preparation is my personal preference based upon the outcomes of the bunkai, as the description indicates the Wado Ryu version of this kata is the basis only. Hope this helps.