KUNIAKI NOBUKAWA is the founder and Souke of Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-Ha Shito-Ryu Kai (International) which recognized member of the All Japan Karate-Do Federation and holds the rank of J.K.F Official Hachi Dan (8th Degree) and Ku Dan (9th Degree) Shito-Ryu. For 5 years starting from 1993, Nobukawa learned Karate-Do under Master Hayashi Teruo, who is the world-famous Souke of Japan Karate-Do Hayashi-ha Shito-Ryu Kai.
In 1960, at the age of 13, Nobukawa Kuniaki started learning the basics of Karate-do from the neighbor young man, who was attending the Karate-do lessons.
In 1963, at the age of 16, Nobukawa officially became a disciple of Tani-ha Shito-Ryu Seiku kai, which is the descendant of Tani-ha Shito-Ryu Syukou kai (Souke President: Master Tani Chojiro, who had learned Karate-do under Master Mabuni Kenwa, the founder of Shito-Ryu style). In 1974, at the age of 27, Nobukawa presided over Tani ha Shito-Ryu Seiku kai, Inami Branch.
In the year 1988 at the age of 41, Nobukawa withdrew its membership from Tani-Ha Shito-Ryu Seiku Kai for various reasons. At the same time of his withdrawal, Tani ha Shitoryu Seiku kai, Inami Branch was certified by Tani ha Shito-Ryu Syukou kai as a direct control branch. Then, Nobukawa renamed his association as Tani ha Shito-Ryu kai Syukou kai “Renshikan”, which implies “develop one’s skill with ambition”.
Later, the number of Branch Dojo and pupils in Renshikan increased. Renshikan produces a lot of famous players, some of them become representatives for the National Sports Festival and All Japan Championship, and others participated in the World Championship. For 5 years starting from 1993, Nobukawa learned Karate-Do under Master Hayashi Teruo, who is the world-famous Souke of Japan Karate-Do Hayashi-ha Shito-Ryu Kai.
In January of 1998, great teacher Tani Chojiro Souke passed away. Syuko kai was divided into two groups: Tani ha Karate-do Syuko kai (2nd Souke Master Tani Chojiro-real name: Hiroshi, son of 1st Souke Tani Chojiro) and Shito-Ryu kai Syuko kai Union (President: Master Yamada Haruyoshi).
We, Renshikan, belonged to the Shito-Ryu Syuko kai Union which was approved by the resolution in Ex-Syuko kai general assembly. We were central in the newly born Syuko kai Union. From the beginning of the Shuko Kai Union, Nobukawa served the union as vice executive president. In November of 2000, Nobukawa was qualified as 8th Dan Hanshi by the Shito-Ryu Syukou kai Union with an appreciation for his exceptional skills.
In 2001, we had planned to proclaim Japan Karate-do Nobukawa ha Shito-Ryu Syuko Kai, however, we withdrew from the Shito-Ryu Syuko kai Union in June 2000. We were reformed as Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa ha Shito-Ryu Kai and hereby exist and function successfully.
Today the organization has grown internationally having branches in countries like India, Sri Lanka, and Scotland. He also holds Japan Karate-Do Federation National Kumite and Kata Referee as well as qualification in the Asian Karate-Do Federation.
He also holds the following prestigious designations like Council of Hyogo Prefecture Karate-Do Association, Chairperson of Akashi City Karate-do Association, Executive Board Member of Akashi City Amateur Sports Association, Shihan for Karate-do Club at Akashi National College of Technology, Shihan for Karate-do Club at Kobe Daiichi High School.
Now Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-Ha Shito-Ryu Kai is also assisted by members of Shihan including Nobukawa Yoshiaki Sensei (WKF Referee) and Nobukawa Takahiro (JKF Official Referee). We strive for the spread and development of Karate-Do. Let’s develop your physical and moral strength through Karate-Do. We contribute to society
Yoshiaki Nobukawa is the present Kaicho of Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-Ha Shito-Ryu Kai (International) Recognized member of the Japan Karate-Do Federation. He now officially Ranks Nana Dan (7th Degree) from the All Japan Karate-Do Federation (J.K.F) and 7th Dan in Shitoryu Karatedo. He also holds an official title certified as “Kyoshi” from the All Japan Karate-Do Federation.
In the sports world, he is a certified ‘A’ Grade Judge in Kata, ‘A’ Grade Kumite Judge & ‘A’ Grade Kumite Referee from the World Karate Federation Recognized by the International Olympic Committee as well as equal qualifications from All Japan Karate-Do Federation.
The organization is led by Yoshiaki Nobukawa Dai Sensei and looks forward to the development of students and Instructors under his guidance. He has rich experience in international sports competitions refereeing at World Karate Championships, Asian Karate-Do Championships, All Japan National Karate Championships as well as in many mega Karate events.
Takahiro Nobukawa is acting Chairman of Japan Karate-Do Nobukawa-ha Shito-Ryu Kai (International). He now officially Ranks Nana Dan (7th Degree) from the All Japan Karate-Do Federation (J.K.F) and 7th Dan in Shitoryu Karatedo. He also holds an official title certified as “Kyoshi” from the All Japan Karate-Do Federation.
In the sports world, he is a certified Judge in Kata, Kumite Judge & Kumite Referee from the World Karate Federation Recognized by the International Olympic Committee as well as equal qualifications from the All Japan Karate-Do Federation.
The organization is co-led by Takahiro Nobukawa Shihan and looks forward to the development of students and Instructors under his guidance. Takahiro Shihan is a Shihan at a high school in Japan and a full-time Karate teacher. His students have excelled in Japan nationals as well as international championships. He specializes in Kumite training and looks forward to the development of students and Instructors under his guidance. He has rich experience in international sports competition refereeing at International Karate Meets as well as at All Japan National Karate Championships as well as in many mega Karate events.
