Born in 1948 in Osaka, Japan, Shimabukuro Shihan is currently 7th
dan in Musa Jikiden Eishin-Ryu Iaijutsu, and holds the coveted
title of Kyoshi (Warrior Instructor). As chairman of the Nippon
Kobudo Jikishin-Kai USA and the Nippon Kobudo Jikishin-Kai
International, he is responsible for disseminating Eishin-Ryu
Iaijutsu and maintaining its high standards of instruction in all
countries outside of Japan. His duties regularly take him
throughout North, Central, and South America.
Pellman Sensei was first introduced to traditional Japanese martial
arts at the age of 14 when, in 1966, his parents enrolled him in a
judo school in San Diego, California. His fascination with iaijutsu
began in 1973 and he started studying with Shimabukuro Hanshi in
1991. As a senior member of the Nippon Kobudo Jikishin-Kai USA,
Pellman Sensei currently heads the Indiana branch dojo of the
Jikishin-Kai.
"At last! The martial arts have long awaited a book on genuine
iaidõ. It could only have been done properly through a
Japanese-American collaboration like this--Master Shimabukuro, with
his unparalleled expertise and classical training, and Mr. Pellman,
who has translated this unique philosophy into understandable
Western terms. Flashing Steel will be a true milestone of the
art."
--Alfonso Gomez, Martial Arts Director, University of California,
San Diego, CA "Why would a t'ai chi ch'uan student and instructor
for over twenty years want to take up iaidõ? I was curious,
initially, to explore a different tradition and approach. But I
have been captivated by the experience and insights iaidõ offers.
It begins with a stillness, an upright posture, breath natural,
mind calm. Then the draw: the bright flash and hiss of steel that
reveal the subtle qualities of the substantial (sword) cutting
through the insubstantial (air). I encourage others--newcomers or
current iaidõ enthusiasts--to acquire this remarkable took and
explore the mysteries of iaidõ."
--Michael Conniry, T'ai Chi Ch'uan Instructor, Grossmont/Cuyumaca
Colleges, El Cajon, CA
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