The Legacy of Arikawa Sadaki in Aikido

Explore the authentic Aikido tradition passed down by the legendary master Arikawa Sadaki, presented by Aikido Kotokukai Shihan Nakano Shuichi (7th Dan in Aikikai). This instructional video delves into the rigorous and practical techniques that define the Arikawa tradition, emphasizing the profound insights and teachings of the late master.

CONTENTS

• First Teacher

  • Shomen-uchi
  • Yokomen-uchi
  • Morotetori
  • Ushiro-ryozuji-dori
  • Thrust
  • Seiwaza

• Shiho-nage

  • One-handed
  • Yokomen-uchi
  • Yokomen-uchi-koshi-nage (variation technique)
  • Ushiro-ryozuji-dori
  • Morotettori

• Kote-gaeshi

  • Koshi-dori
  • Shomen-uchi
  • Yokomen-uchi
  • Thrust

• Iriminage

  • Shomen-uchi
  • Iriminage and kangen
  • Thrust
  • Yokomen-uchi
  • Ushiro-ryozuji-dori

• Breathing Techniques

  • Breathing power
  • Morotetori
  • Koshi-dori
  • Shiho-nage using breathing power
  • One-handed breathing throw
  • Tenchi-nage using breathing power
  • Ushiro-ryozuji-dori breathing throw
  • Seiwaza breathing techniques
  • Tanten and breathing power

• Free Demonstration

Instruction and Supervision:
Nakano Shuichi

• Aikido Kotokukai Shihan (7th Dan in Aikikai)
• Hosei University Aikido Club Shihan-dai
• Born in 1962, Nakano Shuichi has been dedicated to Aikido, learning under influential masters such as Arikawa Sadateru and Osawa Hayato.
• Founder of Aikido Kotokukai, teaching at Ishikawa Memorial Budokan in Kawasaki City and Hosei University.

Arikawa Sadateru

• Born in Tokyo in 1930, Arikawa Sadateru was an esteemed figure in Aikido, known for his practical techniques and deep understanding of martial arts.
• Achieved 8th dan at the age of 39.
• Taught Aikido at multiple universities in Tokyo and was a researcher of martial arts and Japanese culture.