Genre
Novel
Setting and Context
The novel is set in Okinawa, and is written in the context of preserving culture and dignity.
Narrator and Point of View
First-person narrative.
Tone and Mood
The tone is tense, and the mood is enlightening.
Protagonist and Antagonist
The central character is Kenichi Ota, and the antagonist is Chojun Miyagi.
Major Conflict
The main conflict is when Okinawa loses its glory after WWI and becomes a den of brothels, bars, and political corruption.
Climax
The climax is when Ota withstands the strong force of the typhoon to get approval from Chojun.
Foreshadowing
Chohjun Miyagi's vision foreshadows the establishment of Goju-Ryo Karate in Japan by Ota.
Understatement
The power of art in influencing cultural reputation is understated.
Allusions
The story alludes to the events of post-WWI and how they influenced the culture of Japan.
Imagery
The description of Chojun Miyagi depicts sight imagery.
Paradox
The main paradox is that Ota is under-qualified but is appointed by the Japanese Deference Forces to be in charge of Okinawa during WWI.
Parallelism
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Metonymy and Synecdoche
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Personification
The art of Karate is personified as the preserver of culture and dignity.
