(1930-11 October 2003). 9th dan Aikikai. Entered the AIKIKAI HOMBU DOJO in 1947. Served from 1959 to 1974 as editor of the Japanese-language newspaper of the Aikikai. Avid researcher and collector of aikido-related materials who owns a large collection of photos and films of Morihei UESHIBA. Has taught Wednesday evening classes at the Aikikai for many years. Known for his powerful technique.