Yoshihiko Hirata
Aikido - Ki Aikido - Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido
Hirata - Tohei - Lau
1972 Seattle
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When I first joined Hirata sensei's dojo (1971
Seattle Aikikai), he was 4 dan Hombu Aikikai. Shortly after he was
promoted to 5th dan. I refer to that time as learning Tohei Aikido since
Tohei sensei hadn't formalized his ki teaching methods and emphasis was put
equally on technique as well as ki. From 1973 onward Hirata focused on
teaching Ki Aikido and after 1974 it was Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido.
Here is a video clip of his Aikido during Tohei sensei's visit:
Hirata Sensei Clip
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