A Short Biography of Isoyama Shihan

Personal History
Born 1937 Ibaragi Prefecture
1949 began studying under Ueshiba Sensei (the founder of Aikido)
1960-63 trained American MPs, Green Berets, and JASDF in Chitose
1963-85 Trained Aikikai members in JASDF from Hokkaido to Okinawa
Presently training at Kagawa University, JASDF academy

Accomplishments
Founded the first Japanese youth and ladies aikido program
Promoted to 8th Dan at age 48, becoming youngest to achieve rank

Current Positions

  • Aikikai Hombu teacher (World HQ)
  • All Japan Aikido Federation Committee member
  • International Aikidio Federation Technical Council
  • On Executive Committee of All Japan Youth Aikido Convention

Isoyama Shihan and Doshu prepare for group photo

[Isoyama and Doshu]

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