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TOKYO JAPAN-1971: Two men in white karate gi face each other on a mat, one with a black belt, preparing for a technique. They stand in a traditional dojo setting, captured in grainy black-and-white 8mm film. The sequence shows them moving into position, then engaging in a close-range arm lock or wrist control. The name 'Harai Goshi' appears at the end, identifying the technique. This authentic vintage home movie footage captures a focused martial arts demonstration from the early 1970s, showcasing classic Japanese karate training with natural film grain and period-specific cinematography.
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