Welcome Address by Csaba Gali

President of the Hungarian Wadokai Karate Federation

Dear Karateka, Dear Guests,

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the International JKF Wado‑kai Seminar, to be held from 9–11 October 2026. This event is an officially supported “A‑category” seminar of the Japan Wado‑kai, led by five Japanese instructors appointed by the JKF Wado‑kai Technical Committee.

We are deeply honored to have received the mandate to host this prestigious seminar in Hungary, with the support of Shuzo Imai Sensei and the approval of Tamaki Sonoda, Chairman of the JKF Wado‑kai Technical Committee.

From Friday to Sunday, participants will have the opportunity to take part in technical training sessions, as well as 1st–6th Dan and 3rd–2nd Kyu instructor examinations.

The training sessions are open to all practitioners of Wado karate; however, participation in the Dan and instructor examinations is reserved for holders of a valid JKF Wado‑kai membership card.

I am confident that our capital city will be a worthy host to all visiting karateka, instructors, leaders, and examinees.

To our international guests, I wish a wonderful stay in Hungary — may you take home unforgettable memories and return many times in the future.

To our Hungarian participants, I encourage you to make the most of this unique opportunity to learn from five Japanese masters who are travelling here to share their knowledge of our beloved Wado karate style.

I wish every participant an inspiring and memorable experience, and all examinees much success in their examinations.

With respect,

Csaba Gali

President of the Hungarian Wadokai Karate Federation