October 20th, 2009
Colorado is home to many distinguished Japanese Martial Art Instructors, many with over 30 years experience teaching in Denver. The purpose of this meeting was one of communication, focusing on teamwork and discussion on positive plans for the future of all of the Japanese martial arts in Denver. This annual meeting was also attended by Consul General Kubo of the Japanese Embassy at Denver and Chie Consul Mr. Kashima. The annual meeting was held at Nippon Kan’s Domo Restaurant.
In attendance:
Yutaka Yaguchi , Shotokan Karate
Sadaharu Kurobane,Wado Kai Karate
Eiji Igaki, US Olympic Karate Team Coach
Shuichi Otaka Judo
Hiroyuki Tanabe, Wado Kai Karate
Joko Ninomiya, Enshin Karate
Gaku Homma, Nippon Kan Aikido