“Onisaburo Deguchi publically criticized Japan’s leaders accusing them of the misuse of the imperial system to further its aims..” Aikido is known internationally as one of Japan’s modern martial arts...
Archive - May 2012
Josh GoldMorihei Ueshiba and the Omoto Religion, by Stanley Pranin
Aikido is known internationally as one of Japan’s modern martial arts enjoying a reputation as a unique, ethically-based self-defense discipline. The Omoto sect was one of the most significant of the so-called “new...
“Aiki Rehab,” by Nev Sagiba
There is no doubt that the movements of Aikido torque the joint differently and more fully than clumsy, crude movements of the unconcerned. There can no doubt also that a little bit of something is better than a lot of...
Aikido and Injuries: Special Report, by Fumiaki Shishida
Editor’s comment: This article was originally published in Aiki News back in 1989. On a recent trip to Japan, I had an opportunity to meet again with Professor Shishida. The subject of injuries and deaths in aikido...
“The Pitbulls of Aikido,” by Autrelle Holland
“When pit bulls are given status as an instructor, or even a high dan ranking, they often serve the role of the enforcer. These enforcers pit bulls do just that – enforce.” Every martial art has their champions...
“Points of Reference,” by Nev Sagiba
Ever changed room and forgot what it was you were thinking about? Have you ever then gone back to see if you could find your thought? Sounds crazy but many people do. Ever gone for an intense vacation, nature excursion...
“Aiki Ken and Jo Suburi: Part 5 – Tsuki Jodan Gaeshi Uchi” by James Neiman
Introduction This is the 5th in a 27-part series on the Aiki Ken and Jo Suburi presented by James Neiman, Dojo Cho of Shugyo Aikido Dojo, where martial arts instruction in Union City, California is offered. All the...
“Morihiro Saito, Keeper of the Flame,” by Stanley Pranin
“O-Sensei, free from the distractions of city life, engaged in extensive experimentation, and made tremendous strides both technically and spiritually.” Morihiro Saito Sensei always emphasized his role as...
Aikido Nippon Kan General Headquarters 2012 Summer Uchideshi (live-in student) Program
What is an uchideshi program? The word uchideshi translates in English to mean “live-in student.” A student who joins in an uchideshi program lives at a dojo not only to train—every part of his or her daily life becomes...
Koichi Tohei: Aikikai Hombu Dojo – 1962 featuring Terry Dobson, hi-res video
“Aikido’s first 10th dan puts on spendid demonstration featuring Terry Dobson!” This film is a compilation of footage featuring the famous Koichi Tohei, then chief instructor of the Aikikai Hombu Dojo. This...