The 8th Dan – This is how I passed Vol.3
Before doing keiko, always do uchikomi. Then – go through the basics and prepare yourself mentally.
The 8th Dan – This is how I passed Vol.2
Katsuno Shintaro (Aichi Prefecture) I was taught that “you must show each other the best of yourselves” and to care for the harmony between yourself and your opponent. I recently was able to pass on my 10th attempt. As this examination is a great milestone for myself, I did not Read More
The 8th Dan – This is how I passed Vol.1
Shirota Masayuki (Saitama Prefecture) Take great care to control your physical health. It was after 9 years and 17 attempts from when I had first began taking the exam. The first few times I took it I tried not to be too conscious of it. I just cleared my mind Read More