ICHIKAWA, Isao (1935-1996) |
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Before he died, Toyama Sensei conferred Ichikawa with Judan (10th Dan) and the shogo (teacher’s title) of Hanshi. Soon after Toyama Sensei's death, Hanshi Ichikawa moved to Vienna, Austria and founded Doshinkan Karate-do.
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Young Ichikawa started training with Sensei Toyama when he was six years old. In addition to attending group practices, he regularly visited Toyama Sensei’s home for private training in the traditional way.