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| Seiyu Oyata | |
|---|---|
| Born | Seiyu Oyata October 19, 1930 Okinawa Prefecture, Japan |
| Died | June 18, 2012 (aged 81) Aberdeen, SD Liver Cancer |
| Native name | 親田清勇 (Oyata Seiyū) |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Style | RyǔTe |
| Teacher(s) | Wakinaguri; Uhugushiku; Shigeru Nakamura |
| Rank | 10th Dan, Founder |
| Spouse | Robin Oyata |
| Children | Masaki Oyata, Masami Oyata-Slocum Hiroshi Oyata, Hiromitsu Oyata, Suemitsu Oyata, Kiyomi Oyata, Rumi Oyata, Yukari Miyagi, Yaeko Shimizu, Seiichi Oyata |
| Notable relatives | Tomi Oyata (sister)
Ashlea, Amberly, Jacoby and Isaacson Slocum (grandchildren) Satoshi Higa (great nephew) Taro Oyata (brother, deceased), Kisei Oyata (brother, deceased) and Akio Oyata (brother, deceased) |
Seiyu Oyata (親田 清勇, Oyata Seiyū, October 19, 1930 – June 18, 2012) was the founder of Ryū-te, a classical style of Okinawan martial arts specializing in tuite jutsu and kyoshu jutsu techniques.[1]. He was world-renown for his understanding and...
Early Years, 1930-1941
[edit]Birth
[edit]There has been some debate regarding Oyata's birth year. Many references, including works published by Oyata, indicate that he was born in 1928. However, according to immigration documents [2] and according to an interview with Oyata's sister, Tomi in YYYY[3], his correct birth year is 1930.
Family History
[edit]Oyata was born on the on island of Henza (平安座) and moved shortly thereafter to Kita Daito (北大東), located approximately 250 miles east of the main island of Okinawa. He was the youngest son of Kana Oyata who was at the time of Oyata's birth was the governor ((Need Kanji)) of Kita Daito. At the time, Kita Daito was a small island with accessible only by boat, and with a single telephone located at Oyata's house for official business. Moreover, there were no beaches on the island and at the time, thus the only access to the water was by crane.[4] Oyata had three older brothers, AAA, BBB, and CCC who would each later perish in World War II. Oyata's mother....?
Oyata would live on Kita Daito for two years, before moving to Osaka to live with his Aunt (name?)[5]. He would spend six years there and two more living in Hikari City in Yamaguchi Prefecture and in the Philipines.[6] before settling in once again in Okinawa before the start of World War II.
World War II, 1941-1945
[edit]World War II was devastating to Japan, but especially to Okinawa and the Oyata family. Oyata's three elder brothers, Taro, Seiseii, and Akio all perished during the war.[7]. Oyata himself had been trained to drive a kaiten (回天), a maned torpedo designed for suicide missions, and his death certificate had already been issued to his family. Fortunately, the war ended before he could carry out his mission.[4]
Post World War II, 1946-1977
[edit]After the war ended, Okinawa was in ruins. Over 90% of the buildings had been destroyed during the Battle of Okinawa. Food was scarce so Oyata obtained a job working for the U.S. Military delivering food to the various Okinawan islands via a DUKW.[8]: 6 [4][7]: 6 This job provided Oyata with income, and access to food for his family when others were struggling.
Additionally, Oyata would occasionally dive to obtain scrap from sunken ships. ...
Initial Development of Ryu-Te, 1946-1968
[edit]Okinawan Sumo
[edit]Instructors
[edit]Uhugushiku and Wakinaguri
[edit]Other Instructors
[edit]Shigeru Nakamura
[edit]Ongoing Development of Ryu-Te, 1968-1977
[edit]Competition and Group Photos
[edit]Ryukyu Karate-do Renmei
[edit]Development of Ryu-Te in the United States, 1977-2012
[edit]1968 Trip
[edit]Permanent Emigration, 1977
[edit]Ryukyu Kempo, 1977-1991
[edit]Ryu-Te and Oyata Shin Shu Ho, 1992-2012
[edit]Born in Kitadaito (北大東島, Kitadaitō-jima), Okinawa in 1928, Oyata grew up immediately before and during World War II. His father, Kana Oyata, was the governor of Kitadaito and Minamidaito...Three older brothers Taro, Kisei and Akio and one sister Tomi Oyata[1]...
After the war, Oyata began to teach martial arts to American serviceman which eventually led to him moving to the United States in 1977. There he met Robin ??? and started his family. He became an American citizen in 20XX and lived in Independance, MO until his passing on June 18, 2012.
Early years
[edit]Family
[edit]Oyata was born in Kitadaito along with his three elder brothers and younger sister. His father, Kana Oyata, was the governor of the two Daito Islands (both the Northern island, Kitadaito, and the south Island Minamidaito).
World War II
[edit]...elder bothers died during WWII...Oyata was ordered to operate a one-man sub...death certificate sent to family...squadron? captured...end of war......Decimation of Okinawa...
Post WWII
[edit]Society
[edit]...Fighting for food...unsafe..."wild, wild west" like...focus on survival....
Martial Arts Study
[edit]...Delivering food/supplies for army via amphibious vehicle...Meeting Uhugushiku...Summary of study with Uhugushiku and Wakinaguri...
Ryu-te Association
[edit]Founding
[edit]Brief summary...
Development
[edit]Brief summary...
Ideals
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Cultural Trips
[edit]...multiple trips to Okinawa to learn about history... ...visit different sites, wwii, pre-wwii... ...uni uhugushiku... ...jana ueekata...
Charitable Works
[edit]...money raised from tournament...[9]
...has received numerous commendations relating to his charitable works...
- letters from governors
- letters and mayors
- letters from organizations
- resolutions passed
- missouri
- maryland
- pennsylvania
- letters from congressional leaders
...Oyata shin shu ho...
...Ryu-te no michi...
Passing and Legacy
[edit]Oyata passed away in Avera St. Luke's Hospital, in Aberdeen, SD on June 18, 2012. He was attended day and night by his family as well as several of his senior students.
Oyata's wife, Robin continues to live in Independence, MO where she presides over the Ryu-te Association. In addition, Robin has founded several charitable organizations to continue Oyata's works. Specifically the XXX organization, which focuses on AAA, BBB and CCC. As well as a scholarship fund DDD which YYYY.
References
[edit]- ^ a b Seiyu Oyata Obituary. (June 22, 2012). http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/kansascity/obituary.aspx?pid=158146889
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- ^ a b c ""LINEAGE & HISTORY, Kansas City, Ryushinkan-Kenshukai"". kenshukai.org. Retrieved 16 February 2020.
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- ^ a b Logue, James .D. (1989). Ryukyu Kempo: History and Basics. Barnwell, SC: James D. Logue.
{{cite book}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter:|1=(help): 6 - ^ Saed, Saleem R. Oyata: Taika Seiyu Oyata's Self Defense Technqiues. Ryu-Te Supplies, Inc.
- ^ "Children's Trust Fund Historical Timeline" (PDF). Retrieved April 11, 2013.
See also
[edit]- "Journal of the House of Representatives of the Second Session of the 110th General Assembly of the State of South Carolina being the Regular Session". The House of Representatives of the State of South Carolina. January 19, 1994. Retrieved April 8, 2012.
- "Daily Activity Register for Activities Recorded on March 21, 1996". Missouri House of Representatives. March 21, 1996. Retrieved April 8, 2012.