One Hundred Eight Hands (壱百零八手) Representing 6x6x3, combining
the elements represented in the meanings of Sanseru and Sepai. 108 also
has special significance in Buddhist beliefs. The longest of all the
Goju-ryu kata, Suparunpei is said to contain all the techniques from all
the Goju-ryu kata. Quick blocking and simultaneous striking are found in
this kata. Pichurin was the original name of this kata. Watch Higaonna
Sensei perform Suparunpei:
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