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TOKYO JAPAN-1971: Two men in white karate gi practice on a tatami mat in a traditional dojo. One man, wearing a black belt, demonstrates techniques while the other, a student, observes and mimics the movements. The grainy black-and-white 8mm film captures the focused atmosphere of a martial arts training session, with natural lighting and a simple, unadorned background. The footage shows a series of stances and movements, highlighting the discipline and form of karate practice in 1970s Japan.
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