It is actually spelled both ways. The word Kempo and Kempo are both pronounced the same and both mean "Law of the Fist." When the Japanese Kanji for Kempo is brought into english, either a "m" or "n" is placed in the word. Generally though, the more "traditional" forms of Kempo use the "Kempo" form, while the more non- traditional or contemporary versions use "Kenpo." William K.S. Chow was the first person to use the term Kenpo to show his break from the Mitose family Kosho ryu kempo.
It is actually spelled both ways. The word Kempo and Kempo are both pronounced the same and both mean "Law of the Fist." When the Japanese Kanji for Kempo is brought into english, either a "m" or "n" is placed in the word. Generally though, the more "traditional" forms of Kempo use the "Kempo" form, while the more non- traditional or contemporary versions use "Kenpo." William K.S. Chow was the first person to use the term Kenpo to show his break from the Mitose family Kosho ryu kempo.
liquidkudzu 3 years ago
spelled "kenpo" :)
Lilmissgaby03 3 years ago