Abstract
The purpose of this research to identify the characteristics of "Karadahogushi," which is a relatively novel field in physical education. Essentially, "Karadahogushi" is a series of specific movements and exercises which loosen up both the mind and body. Until now, Physical Education has placed emphasis on "functional characteristics", whereas this research places its emphasis on those areas which can not be explained by the "functional characteristics" alone. The two major areas of focus are "the characteristics of somatic exercise" and "the types of, and how to perform, exercise." Simply put, "Karadahogushi" thrives on three basic fundamentals: setting a goal; having an exercise which leads to that goal; and having fun doing the exercise. Hence, "a fun exercise" which loosens up the mind as well as the body is fundamental to "Karadahogushi."
