06/15/2026
This weekend was the JKA AF National Karate Camp, with guest instructors from the Japan Karate Association headquarters. We had the privilege of training with Master Yasunori Ogura 8th Dan and Master Hidemoto Kurihara 4th Dan. This combination of instructors was truly special because of the difference in experience and age of the instructors. With Ogura Sensei one could truly sense the depth of knowledge and mastery of the art over decades of study and reflection. With Kurihara Sensei we were able to see body control and movement of one of the younger instructors, who is still in his prime of athleticism. The contrast was impressive and inspiring. Although decades separate the two masters of the art, one could also appreciate the link that binds them: JKA Shotokan Karate. We also had a special visit from our own Master Takayuki Mikami, 9th Dan and pioneer of shotokan karate. We send our gratitude for the lessons learned, and once gain we take our task of implementing the instructional themes in our personal and dojo trainings. Oss!
