|
May 2002 "Elite Martial Artists of the World Sharing the Shining Moments of Brilliance in the Historic Butokuden" The Second World Butoku Sai and 40th Japan National Butoku Sai were held in the historic Butokuden in Kyoto Japan last April 29-30, 2002. The Dai Nippon Butoku Kai, Japan's most prestigious martial virtue society (circa 1895) celebrated the commemorative event with enormous enthusiasm attracting the finest élan of martial artists from all over Japan and the world. With the presence of imperial authority, the traditional ceremonial procession was conducted with dignity and reverence. The special occasion was collaborated with the Office of the Governor of Kyoto and the City of Kyoto. The entire three days events generated the high intensity of excellence and most dignified and profound presentations based on Koryu long-standing classical traditions. It was truly the history making effort for the Dai Nippon Butoku Kai to organize the event of this international magnitude and set a stage for the beginning of a new chapter of Budo legacy in the advent of new century.
April 30, 2002 Kokusai Rensei Taikai (International Budo Cultivation Event)
After the rigorous and impressive World Butoku Sai, in the following day, the Rensei Taikai of International Division took place in the Butokuden with the presence of elite Hanshi Board members. It was intended the special opportunity for DNBKID members to be examined as witnessed by the Hanshi Board of DNBK Honbu. Honorable Adachi Hanshi, 81 years old Kendo champion presided the traditional procession. Miura Takeyuki Hanshi 81 years old master executed the Harai no Gi with his dynamic Iaido skills. Sherry Kimbre, Renshi of USA Mid-West had the honor of official pledge of Sensee decree. Four senior members of DNBKID Kyoshi, James Thomas, Ken Shockey, David Passmore, George VanHorn executed the solid Karatedo Kata signfying the solidarity of the international division. The Classical Aikijiujutsu Happo Yaburi was demonstrated for a special dedication by USA Honbu Aikido team. In the sequence of the program presentation. DNBKID members focused on the energetic demonstration of their prospective disciplines they formally train. Starting from Kendo, Iaido, Judo, Aikido, Jiujutsu, Okinawa Kobudo, and Karatedo. The entire delivery was done with great precision, efficiency, and force. Honbu Hanshi Board praised the great efforts assembled by the international division. Kubota Hanshi 80 years old master executed Osame no Gi with his Enshin Ryu Iaido skills and concluded the highly spirited and intense Rensei Taikai. Final Note: In retrospect, the World Butoku Sai and the International Rensei Taikai gave every participant of all nations belonging to the proud DNBK legacy a very invaluable opportunity to rise in the historic occasion. It is our sincere hope that the members of DNBK felt the sense of deep pride and honor nurtured for centuries in the historic Butokuden and the long-standing legacy of Dai Nippon Butoku Kai. Thus, our hearty congratulations go to all those who gave their pure heart and spirit to the noble mission of DNBK. Without the tireless dedication and commitment to the missions of nobility given by the Honbu DNBK leaders and DNBKID representatives, fellow delegates, and assisting members, the optimal success of this event was not possible. So, we thank deeply for all the members of DNBKID who gave their ardent and selfless support in our lofty endeavor. The special journey the international teams took together will strengthen their bond and hopefully remain as the source of unmovable commitment to the future missions of DNBK. It is in essence the bright beginning of the path of Butoku, martial virtues in the world. Without a doubt, they will keep the shining moments they attained together alive and strong for years to come. Each participant undoubtedly gave and received the unspoken and intangible inspiration. Time will tell what was the true relevance of these events for each individual trainee. We simply hope and pray that our determined volition as a trainee can continually see the revelation of inner soul like the light reflected in the ancient moss of the great trees standing very quietly near the Shorenin Temple. With Gassho (Praying for Peace and Harmony) © Copyright 2004-2007 DNBK - All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without written permission from Honbu Dai Nippon Butoku Kai, USA and International Division |
