(b. 1932). 6th dan Aikikai. B. Tokyo. Extensive boxing background. Began training in AIKIKAI HOMBU DOJO c. 1954. Emphasizes the practicality and effectiveness of aikido techniques. Published a series of articles in the magazine of Rikkyo University, Wago. Has visited the U. S. to instruct on two occasions. Participant in FRIENDSHIP DEMONSTRATION I in 1985.