However, some common themes found in karate mottos include:
* Self-improvement: "To perfect oneself" or "Strive for excellence"
* Discipline and perseverance: "Never give up" or "Through hard work, we achieve"
* Respect: "Respect for others" or "Respect for tradition"
* Humility: "Emptiness is the beginning of wisdom" or "Embrace the unknown"
Here are a few examples of mottos used by specific karate styles:
* Shotokan Karate: "To seek the way of the hand" (karate-do)
* Shito-ryu Karate: "The way of the fist" (kenpo)
* Goju-ryu Karate: "Hard and soft" (goju)
It's important to note that the specific motto may vary depending on the school or dojo.