20/09/2026
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Congratulations to our Chief Instructor Johan La Grange Shihan on his appointment to the JKA Shihankai. This is such a massive honour. Excellent news. Oss!!
Official appointment below. Translation:
Certificate of Appointment
Johan La Grange
You are hereby appointed as a Shihan Member.
From September 12, 2026 to September 11, 2029.
Japan Karate Association
(Public Interest Incorporated Association)
President
Katsuhiro Kusahara
Chief Instructor
Takeshi Oishi