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Hangetsu Kata

Half-moon

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Hangestsu(half moon) was originally known as Sesan. It has many crescent shaped techniques, stances and stepping routines, which is why it was later renamed Hangetsu. It has Chinese origins and a similar version is practiced by Naha-Te stylists.