Shoji Nishio: “Aikido’s Innovative Genius!”

4 downloadable videos and 1 ebook for an in-depth introduction to Shoji Nishio Sensei’s aikido!

Aikido Journal is offering the “Nishio Aikido Study Course” by Shoji Nishio, 8th dan, that covers the essentials of Nishio Sensei’s elaborate system. A total of 4 downloadable videos are included in the package and cover the following subjects: Gyakuhanmi Katatedori, Aihanmi Katatedori, Shomenuchi (1), Shomenuchi (2), Yokomenuchi, Ryotedori and Sodedori, Katadori Menuchi, and Aikido Toho Iai. Altogether, the course includes six hours of expert video instruction by Nishio Sensei. The offer also features the authoritataive 208-page ebook “Shoji Nishio: Aikido – Yurusu Budo (The Forgiving Martial Art)” as a PDF download.

Nishio Sensei’s technical legacy is totally unique. He mastered the basics of several of the modern weapons systems from which he drew many elements in addition to his prior experience in judo and karate. What emerged as Nishio Aikido is an amalgamation of elements drawn from judo, karate, iaido, and jojutsu built on the aikido technical framework and philosophy. To supplement his martially-oriented taijutsu or empty-handed techniques, Nishio also developed an elaborate series of sword, staff, and iaido variations.

Readers will be able to access their downloadable products within minutes of purchase. No more paying for shipping, no more customs charges, or lost packages, no more waiting! This special offer is available for the special price of $39.95 through Saturday, May 18.

Morihiro Saito – 1973 TV documentary, hi-res download

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“At the vigorous age of 45 in this legendary film, Morihiro Saito is in
complete mastery of his craft and displays incredible technique!”

This is the famous NHK film documentary shot on location in Iwama and at the Aikikai Hombu Dojo in 1973. Morihiro Saito was the chief instructor of the Iwama Dojo and Guardian of the Aiki Shrine from 1969 until his passing in 2002. There are a many actions scenes inside and outside the old Iwama Dojo including a splendid demonstration by Morihiro Saito Sensei.

This period represents the heyday of the Iwama Dojo when the first wave of foreign students began to live and the train as uchideshi. Since then, thousands of Japanese and foreigners alike have come to train in this dojo established by Morihei Ueshiba. Among the early American aikidoka that appear are Bill Witt and Hans Goto.

The power and precision of the art of Saito Sensei is captured on film in vivid detail. At a young and vigorous age of 45, his mastery of empty-handed and weapon techniques is extraordinary to behold. The final multiple-attack scene that takes place outdoors in the fields of the Iwama property is classic!