shorin ryu

Why are Pinan and Rohai katas included in Matsumura Seito style Karate if it claims to be an altered lineage of Bushi Matsumura?

Are roundhouse kicks, high kicks & spinning kicks are taught in Matsumura Seito?

Why Matsumura Seito contains Pinan katas (Itosu) if it claimed to be an orthodox teaching from Bushi Matsumura?

Who created the Pinan katas?

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Can anyone explain the rules of Shorin Ryu sparring? I cannot seem to find this information online. I get the gist, but I know some forms of Karate do not allow punches to the face. Does Shorin Ryu sparring allow punches to the face? Thank you.

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