JohnASE Posted November 17, 2008 Posted November 17, 2008 For those who haven't heard, Nishiyama Sensei passed away on November 10, 2008, following a battle with cancer. He was one of Shotokan's all time great senseis and will be sorely missed.His memorial has been scheduled for November 30 at Hompa Hongwanji Temple in L.A.'s Little Tokyo. I've heard rumors of a separate event for karateka, as not everyone who wants to attend would be able to fit in the temple. People are expected to fly in from all over the world to pay their respects.The ITKF website has links to the press release for his passing and his memorial service announcement.http://www.itkf.org/ John - ASE Martial Arts Supplyhttps://www.asemartialarts.com
bushido_man96 Posted November 17, 2008 Posted November 17, 2008 RIP https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com
Killer Miller Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 Wow, I was wondering when this day would come. He was My Sensei for Many, Many years. He will definately bring to close one of the few great instructors left for traditional karate. There was no training like Nishiyama's training - second to none for sure.He was a great man, person, and had a wonderful family. My most sincere condolences go to Nishiyama Sensei's family. I will have to make sure I get down to the Memorial and pay my respects.- Killer Miller - Mizu No KokoroShodan - Nishiyama SenseiTable Tennis: http://www.jmblades.com/Auto Weblog: http://appliedauto.mypunbb.com/Auto Forum: http://appauto.wordpress.com/
pers Posted November 22, 2008 Posted November 22, 2008 Wow, I was wondering when this day would come. He was My Sensei for Many, Many years. He will definately bring to close one of the few great instructors left for traditional karate. There was no training like Nishiyama's training - second to none for sure.He was a great man, person, and had a wonderful family. My most sincere condolences go to Nishiyama Sensei's family. I will have to make sure I get down to the Memorial and pay my respects.- Killer Miller -My condolences to you and all his students and his family ,Shotokan world lost a great master . RIP never give up !
sensei8 Posted November 25, 2008 Posted November 25, 2008 (edited) Wow, I was wondering when this day would come. He was My Sensei for Many, Many years. He will definately bring to close one of the few great instructors left for traditional karate. There was no training like Nishiyama's training - second to none for sure.He was a great man, person, and had a wonderful family. My most sincere condolences go to Nishiyama Sensei's family. I will have to make sure I get down to the Memorial and pay my respects.- Killer Miller -My condolences to you and all his students and his family ,Shotokan world lost a great master . RIPThe entire world, not just Shotokan, has lost a great Martial Artist!RIP! Edited November 29, 2008 by sensei8 **Proof is on the floor!!!
Patrick Posted November 28, 2008 Posted November 28, 2008 I'm sorry for your loss. Patrick O'Keefe - KarateForums.com AdministratorHave a suggestion or a bit of feedback relating to KarateForums.com? Please contact me!KarateForums.com Articles - KarateForums.com Awards - Member of the Month - User Guidelines
Kuma Posted December 3, 2008 Posted December 3, 2008 I literally had his book "Karate: The Art of Empty Hand Fighting" sitting right next to me when I read this (moreso because the wife and I are still unpacking) but that is sad to hear. His book was one of the first influences on me to gain interest in karate. RIP to a truly great individual.
Killer Miller Posted December 3, 2008 Posted December 3, 2008 Yea, I have his book that he signed for me when having dinner with him one night.- Killer - Mizu No KokoroShodan - Nishiyama SenseiTable Tennis: http://www.jmblades.com/Auto Weblog: http://appliedauto.mypunbb.com/Auto Forum: http://appauto.wordpress.com/
Shoto4Life Posted December 4, 2008 Posted December 4, 2008 RIP - :'[ - I missed his last local seminar. I was gonna get a pic and have him sign my book as well.
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