Mr. Miyagi, portrayed by the Oscar-nominated , is a Japanese-American Okinawan immigrant who serves as the moral and technical guide for Daniel LaRusso .
: In Cobra Kai (Season 6), new revelations suggest a more complex, potentially violent past, including participation in the high-stakes Sekai Taikai tournament . Miyagi-Do Philosophy & Training Miyagi
: He functions as a father figure to Daniel, teaching him that karate is a tool for life, not just for winning tournaments . portrayed by the Oscar-nominated