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Ip Man: The Greatest Martial Arts Master of His Generation

Ip Man, whose real name was Ip Kai-man (葉繼問), was born in Foshan, Guangdong Province, in 1892. He was the second child of a prominent scholarly family in Foshan who believed in traditional educational values.  Foshan has always been a haven for flourishing martial arts. Famous martial arts masters of the Southern schools, such as ...

Helen London

ip-man

Xianxia Fever: The Rise of Chinese Fantasy TV Shows

In recent years, there has been a remarkable surge in the popularity of xianxia, a captivating genre within Chinese TV fantasy dramas, novels, and animation. This rise has not only captivated audiences in China, but has also resonated with viewers around the globe.  Many drama watchers are discovering this genre, and if you’re one of ...

Viena Abdon

Xianxia dramas.

The Tale of a Teenage Bodyguard: A Journey of Bravery and Skill

During the last years of Emperor Qianlong’s reign and the early years of Emperor Jiaqing in the Qing Dynasty, the land was in turmoil. Bandits were rampant, and those who traveled, especially in the northern regions, often did so with trepidation. Anyone carrying silver and valuables would invariably seek the protection of a skilled bodyguard. ...

Max Lu

A black donkey waiting in the countryside wearing a traditional saddle and saddlebag.

The Legend of the Female Samurai: How Much of It Is True?

The legend of the female samurai challenges many longstanding beliefs about feudal Japan. Contrary to the notion that only men were permitted to wield samurai swords, female warriors played a crucial role in the tumultuous era. These women didn’t just stand out; they left an indelible mark on history with their prowess and bravery. The ...

Mike West

Woodblock print of the Battle of Aizu showing female warriors fighting alongside men.

Li Youfu, Master of Supernormal Abilities (Part 3)

In time, Li Youfu’s acupoint technique became as he wished, and he could save people. He went on to learn additional techniques and helped many people. Here are a few such stories. The ability to cure disease One year, a man went hunting in Huairou, Beijing, but accidentally fell from the mountain and became paralyzed. ...

Tatiana Denning

Li Youfu practicing martial arts in the mountains.

Li Youfu, Master of Supernormal Abilities (Part 2)

When Li Youfu, who is kind-hearted and compassionate, sees others suffering, he is willing to help them. However, he does not use his abilities; instead, he uses ordinary acupuncture. Authentic martial arts is a transcendent state Li Youfu became an acupuncturist thanks to the acupuncture techniques he learned from martial arts master Chen Jisheng. Master ...

Tatiana Denning

Li Youfu practicing martial arts.

Li Youfu, Master of Supernormal Abilities (Part 1)

Mr. Li Youfu is a cross-disciplinary genius, excelling as a martial arts champion and renowned medical expert. While he has a master’s degree in martial arts and a doctorate in traditional Chinese medicine from China and the United States, he has another particular skill that’s not commonly seen today — supernormal abilities. Remote diagnosis What ...

Tatiana Denning

Li Youfu doing a meditation exercise.

A Brave Daughter Serves Her Father and Protects a Magistrate’s Party

During the Qing Dynasty, a great famine occurred in Shandong Province. Thieving bandits were prevalent, especially in the Jiaodong area; even the well-to-do families couldn’t protect themselves. In the Changyi area, currently, the northwestern part of the Shandong Peninsula, lived an armed escort named Sun Liang, who was highly skilled, brave, and fierce. Zhuang Gu, ...

Emma Lu

A female martial arts expert.