Tak´s Kubota Fighting Karate - Paperbackby Takayuki Kubota (Author) Gosoku Ryu is a complete karate style composed of special techniques and unique kata developed by legendary Soke Takayuki Kubota. Gosoku Ryu, which means 'strong' and 'fast', combines the blazing speed that comes from the softness and elusiveness of most Chinese styles with the devastating massive power of Japanese techniques. Soke Kubota also added elements of aikido, judo and jiu jitsu to create a complete martial art