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Dec 30, 1916 Kailua, Hawaii, United States Died on 26 Mar 1981 (aged 64)
Japanese American martial artist who brought Kempo to the U.S. in the early 1940's
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About James Mitose
- James Masayoshi Mitose (born Masayoshi Mitose, December 30, 1916 – March 26, 1981) was a Japanese American martial artist who brought the art of Kenpo to the United States starting in 1936. Many Kenpo teachers trace their lineage to him.
- Mitose was and remains a controversial figure in the history of Kenpo in America.
- He was convicted of murder and extortion in 1974 and given a life sentence.
- He died in prison in 1981 due to complications from diabetes.
