I am very happy to report that several rank promotions occurred during our month of training at Honbu.
I passed my test for Shihan and Biken-jutsu Okuden Menkyo.
Both Howard Kuhn, Dojo-cho of the Buke Dojo, and Sean Frye, Dojo-cho of the Hisho Dojo, passed their Tiajutsu and Jujustus Godan tests and then their test for Renshi.
We trained long and hard with Tanemura Soke and Kohtaroh Hanshi. It was a special experience to receive so much personal time and Kudens with them.
My 11-year-old son also stayed with us. Even though he didn’t train, Tanemura Soke and Hanshi showed great concern for his well-being, safety, and comfort.