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Dear friends 😊

I want to share with you this amazing pictures taken in Tanabe, hometown of Morihei Ueshiba (born in Nishinotani village now part of the city of Tanabe. Wakayama Prefecture). 🇯🇵

On this picture Shihan Seagal is with his teachers & friends Hiroshi Isoyama Shihan and Shigemi Inagaki Shihan, two outstanding masters, keepets of traditions and direct students of the founder O'Senseï.

Enjoy 👊

In memory of Kaicho Hatsuo Royama who passed away today after battling illness for some time, his condition suddenly worsened..

July 2019 repost of Steven Seagal

In Japan in the early 70’s I had gone by the ancient saying to spend more time trying to find the right teacher than the actual training in knowing that finding the right teacher is everything. I was lucky enough to find a few authentic great teachers who were real masters of a mixture of Sword, Jujitsu and Karate. Later on I became good friends with sensei Mas Oyama, who was the founder of Kyokushin Karate and I was very impressed with the realistic battle applications of the style. I had always tried to take the most effective techniques of all the arts that I had studied to combine them into my own style. When Mas Oyama sensei passed away, one of his best students Kancho Hatsuo Royama became his successor and I was very pleased and impressed with his personality, humility, and an amazing drive to keep the technique severe and real. Several years ago Kancho asked me to teach one of his karate master classes in Krasnodar. I accepted and was so happy to begin a closer relationship with him.

Last time I was in Japan, I was lucky enough to spend time with Kancho and was surprised and honored to receive 7th degree black belt from him. It is my hope and prayer that the wisdom of the real masters doesn't disintegrate as time goes on. Even though the martial arts have primarily originated in Asia, they are not just for Asian people and they are for the people of the world. I am hoping that these sacred arts spread throughout the world, inspiring humility, respect, discipline and the desire to help others and make the world a better place.

Love and respect,

Steven Seagal

Today it's a very sad day ...

Kaicho Hatsuo Royama passed away after battling illness for some time, his condition suddenly worsened, and he passed away on Monday, August 3, at 4:48 PM. Throughout his repeated and serious illnesses, he fought with dignity and unwavering strength until the very end.

Hatsuo Royama is a Japanese kyokushin master.
A prominent student of its founder, Mas Oyama. In 2002, he founded the Kyokushin-kan International Karate Organization with the aim of upholding the traditional principles of Kyokushin.

Life and career
Early Kyokushin training: Born on March 31, 1948, Hatsuo Royama started training under Mas Oyama at the Oyama Dojo in 1963 when he was 15 years old. He became closely associated with Oyama throughout the founder's life.

Tournament success:
Royama proved to be a formidable competitor, with career highlights that include:
1973: Champion of the 5th All Japan Open Karate Tournament
1975: Runner-up at the 1st Open Weight World Championship

Master of the low kick: Royama was instrumental in popularizing the devastating low shin kick in Kyokushin. The technique was so strongly associated with him that foreign competitors at early world tournaments would mistakenly call out "Ro kick!" when seeing it.
Founding Kyokushin-kan: Following Mas Oyama's death in 1994, Royama became disillusioned with the Kyokushinkaikan's new leadership, which he felt was prioritizing profit over the "Budo spirit." In 2002, he split from the organization and founded Kyokushin-kan International.
Leader and instructor: Royama was the director (Kancho) of the Kyokushin-kan International until 2022, when he became the honorary director (Kaicho). He continued to teach and train, emphasizing the balance of physical strength, mental discipline, and philosophical aspects of karate....

Shihan Steven Seagal

July 2026


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Beautiful post from James Valentino Santi ✨️

I extend my heartfelt wishes for a happy Father's Day to everyone, particularly to our teachers who embody fatherly figures in our lives. These remarkable individuals are the unsung heroes, dedicating their efforts in silence, contributing far more than we could ever repay in multiple lifetimes. I am deeply grateful for their unwavering love and support, characterized by selfless kindness and a willingness to share not only their knowledge but also their time and encouragement, which continually motivates and drives us forward. For many of us who grew up without genuine father figures, the presence of a Senseï is an invaluable blessing, enriching our lives in profound ways.

30 years ago ~ June 1996
Lambres l*z Douai 🇫🇷🥋

First international seminar in Europe under the direction of Shihan Steven Seagal ✨️🙏