We mourn the loss of Sensei Hidetaka Nishiyama, who passed away on November 8th, 2008 at the age of 80. Sensei Nishiyama was the President and Chairman of both the American Amateur Karate Federation and the International Traditional Karate Federation. Born in Tokyo, he began practicing shotokan at the age of 15 in the Hombu Dojo under the founder of shotokan, Sensei Gichin Funakosh
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Japanese Shotokan Karate Association, International
Shotokan Karate is a Japanese style of karate founded in Okinawa, Japan by Master Gichin Funakoshi, who wished to promote a system of total mental and physical discipline. This style emphasizes strong, low stances, powerful basic techniques, and mastery of both kata (form) and kumite (sparring).
Results of the 2008 AAKF National Tournament
We'd like to extend a big "thank you!" to all the athletes, judges and volunteers who made the 47th National Tournament such a success. The Mid-Atlantic region was happy to host this year and we look forward to future AAKF events!
The results of the 47th AAKF Traditional National Karate Championship:
Kata (Women):
2008 Youth Tournament Results
The results of JSKA International's 2008 Youth Tournament:
Level 0:
1st: Margaret Seebeck
2nd: Renzo Ortiz
2007 Youth Tournament Results
The results of JSKA International's 2007 Youth Tournament:
Level 0:
1st: Mayank Mahajan
2nd: Nathan Wei
