What is the teacher's name in Karate Kid?

Nariyoshi Miyagi (Mr. Miyagi) (Japanese: 宮城成義, romanized: Miyagi NariYoshi) (June 09, 1925 – November 15, 2011) is a fictional karate master in The Karate Kid film series who mentors Daniel LaRusso and Julie Pierce.
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Who is the teacher Karate Kid 2?

The Karate Kid Part II follows Daniel LaRusso (Macchio), who accompanies his karate teacher Mr. Miyagi (Morita) to see his dying father in Okinawa, only to encounter an old friend-turned-rival with a long-harbored grudge against Miyagi.
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What is sensei kreese full name?

John Kreese, known mononymously as Kreese, is the main antagonist of The Karate Kid film franchise and Cobra Kai. Kreese is a cruel, vicious, and unhinged Vietnam War veteran and sensei of the 1980s karate dojo, Cobra Kai.
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What did the sensei call The Karate Kid?

Mr Miyagi calls Daniel LaRusso “Daniel San” in The Karate Kid as he is perceived as an equal by the older master.
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What was the name of Mr. Miyagi's dojo?

Miyagi-Do Karate (宮城道, "the way of Miyagi") is a form of karate that originated in Okinawa. It is a peaceful and balanced martial arts form that teaches students to defend oneself, protect others, and bring internal peace. The first United States dojo was founded by Mr. Miyagi in 1984, when he taught Daniel LaRusso.
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What does Danielson mean?

Danielson is a surname literally meaning "son of Daniel. Notable people with this surname include: Two American professional wrestlers married to one another: Brianna Danielson (née Garcia-Colace; born 1983), better known as Brie Bella. Bryan Danielson (born 1981), known during his WWE career as Daniel Bryan.
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Why does Mr. Miyagi say bonsai?

The styling of these little trees reflect inner peace and is an important symbol for what Karate should be. Mr Miyagi teaches his knowledge of Bonsai to Daniel San to teach him about life.
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What does the Miyagi Rock say?

The stone says "miseru" (to show) and not "miru" (to see). Thanks James , it's so strange that they wouldn't just use a genuine Japanese phrase.
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Is sensei Kreese Johnny's dad?

He starts out as an inadequate father due to having been failed by all three of his own male parental figures: his biological dad, Kreese, and Sid. Accordingly, Johnny possesses traits of all three of them, which he must overcome on his personal path to redemption.
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Does Robby join Cobra Kai?

As the newest member of Cobra Kai, Robby proves himself to Kreese and the rest of the Cobra Kai students (except for Hawk) after stealing a snake from the zoo.
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Is Tory Ali's daughter in Cobra Kai?

So, if Ali really is Tory's birth mother, it means Tory is actually adopted and Ali gave her up for whatever reason. It's up to Cobra Kai season 3 to reveal if this is, indeed, the case and Tory Nichols is the daughter Ali Mills Schwarber.
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Is Chozen Mr Miyagi's son?

Miyagi's father. As a teenager, Chozen was quick-tempered, had difficulties with Kumiko, and was Daniel's rival (The Karate Kid Part II). Currently, Chozen is the Sensei for Miyagi-Do karate in Okinawa (which he inherited after Sato died), and is on friendly terms with Kumiko.
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Why is Robbie's last name Keene?

Or, was Keene Robby's mom's maiden name? Yes Keene is Shannon's last name and she kept it for that reason due to Johnny not being there for him. Hello, It seems like you are new here, if so welcome to The Karate Kid wiki.
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What did Chozen teach Daniel?

Chozen even taught Daniel the pressure point technique he used to numb his limbs earlier and gave him a secret scroll of Miyagi-Do Karate to keep.
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What does bonsai mean in Japan?

Bonsai defined

The word “Bon-sai” (often misspelled as bonzai or banzai) is a Japanese term which, literally translated, means “planted in a container”. This art form is derived from an ancient Chinese horticultural practice, part of which was then redeveloped under the influence of Japanese Zen Buddhism.
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What does it mean to yelling bonsai?

This term came from the Japanese battle cry "Tennōheika Banzai" (天皇陛下万歳, meaning "Long live His Majesty the Emperor"), and was shortened to banzai, specifically referring to the tactic used by the Imperial Japanese Army during the Pacific War.
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What does Banzai mean in Karate Kid?

Whereas banzai (bon-zai) is a Japanese exclamation meaning “ten thousand years” (of long life) which was used as a cheer of enthusiasm or of victory such as in sports.
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What kind of name is Danielson?

Danielson Name Meaning

Jewish (Ashkenazic): patronymic from Daniel. Respelling of Swedish Danielsson or Norwegian and Danish Danielsen.
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Is Johnny a good guy in Cobra Kai?

Thus, while Johnny is still a villain on Cobra Kai, he ranks at the bottom of the list since he has acted more like a hero in this show than a villain. He tries to do the right thing, which is all an audience can really ask.
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Who is Johnny's dad Cobra Kai?

Portrayed By. Sid Weinberg is the wealthy stepfather of Johnny Lawrence and the widower of the late Laura Lawrence, Johnny's mother and Robby's grandmother. He is a minor recurring character in seasons 1 and 3 of Cobra Kai. He was portrayed by the late Ed Asner.
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How old is the sensei from Cobra Kai?

Kove isn't saying he's a method actor — he's not — but the 75-year-old actor certainly takes his work home. “Let me tell you: In a relationship, it's really rough. I've had several different tumultuous relationships– same relationship, but very tumultuous,” Kove said.
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