Kesuke Miyagi / Mr. Miyagi

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An Okinawan Japanese immigrant to the United States.
Nariyoshi Kesuke Miyagi (Japanese 宮城成義), better known as Mr. Miyagi, is a wise karate expert and sensei. He mentored, taught, and served as the sensei to both Daniel LaRusso and Julie Pierce. He is the originator of the Los Angeles branch of Miyagi-Do Karate.

Mr. Miyagi was the sensei of the once bullied Daniel LaRusso, teaching him both life lessons and marital arts to protect himself. He helped to shape Daniel into an honorable man, husband, and father. Mr. Miyagi's impact on Daniel and those around him were lifelong, as his teachings were wise and impactful. He was also the sensei of the troubled Julie Pierce, who he taught self-control and guided her through a difficult time her life. Mr. Miyagi passed away on November 15, 2011, at the age of eighty-six, but he left behind a legacy in both his teachings and Daniel.