International Yoseikan Budo Federation

10/23/2024

https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/shows/2103019/

Monbetsu Atsushi is a cultural and wildlife advocate working to preserve Hokkaido Prefecture's traditional Ainu culture through ancient practices including hunting and forest management.

08/14/2024

Study with Kenmotsu sensei in Shizuoka Japan. There are many paths leading to a destination.

05/12/2024

https://youtube.com/shorts/l1YPWbp8Hz4?si=DfieUY2DF4sirb_H

05/11/2024

https://youtube.com/shorts/TH7WeNOHFKE?si=7Yy1EDvKM5lw5QrV

01/31/2024

Alphonso King was sentenced to 13 years in jail for his attempted murder of me on 7/29/23. My victim's speech laid out the story of my efforts to help a person suffering from homelessness and how his actions to hurt me was a sign of the illness that lives within. I thanked my Sensei's long past for the hard teachings beat into me as a child, which I now understand and appreciate. I was blessed and I thanked God for not taking me yet as there is more work I need to do for Him. Especially to those heros who fight for us every day- the police, the paramedics, the doctors and nurses, and the judge and prosecuting attorney I gave honor to. It takes going through a life threatening situation like this to realize how special they are.

Lastly, I looked in the eyes of Mr. King and encouraged him to take this time to look within and to heal the wounds in his heart. I forgave him for this incident and promised to pray for his healing. When he had his chance to speak, he turned to me and sincerely apologized for the pain and suffering caused to me and my family.

This was the hardest speech I ever made as it tore at my soul to see a 47 year old man put away and not coming out for many years. It is somewhat closure for me, but I wonder what will happen to Mr. King.

01/18/2024

Seioinage Uchikomi and nagekomi.

12/04/2023

My son Clifton Teshima is starting his second year coaching his high school alma mater Mid Pacific Institute's Judo team in Honolulu. The 100 maximum spots are already taken. Best wishes to him for another great year. He teaches Judo with the Budo Spirit. Here are some comments posted from his students from last year:

Helena Wi******er -
Despite judo being an individual sport, the Mid Pacific judo program has allowed for my fellow judoka and I to grow and become better and better with each practice of each season not just in technique and strength but in character. Although it is a sport of technique and discipline, we are taught respect most of all. Respect for ourselves and our bodies that give us strength, each other, our opponents, and for the sport. I have never been a part of a team that is as driven and eager to improve as much as this one with senseis that make it all possible with their encouragement and support.

Jake Hamadon -
Judo is probably the most challenging, yet rewarding sport Mid-Pacific has to offer. You have to have the stamina of a cross country runner, the strength of a football player and the agility of a soccer player in order to compete. For many who sign up, they quit after the first day since they aren't strong enough. But the people who stay are the strongest people I know, mentally and physically. Those people are the ones that make the Marine Corps look like kindergartens. They have dedication and will that takes the team to consistently win ILH and states. Being in the presence of these incredible individuals pushes me to become a stronger person by giving me a reason to try harder and harder. When I push myself to be the best me in athletics, I push myself to be the best me in academics. I especially make sure that my grades don't fall during Judo season because I don't want anything to impede my Judo season.

Jacob Marzullo -
Judo is amongst the most rigorous, challenging and demanding sports here at Mid Pacific. It teaches not only discipline and strength, but also respect, sportsmanship and integrity. I remember my first match, elated yet shocked, that I was able to throw my opponent. The feeling of victory after demanding practices and dogged determination. Flash forward to today, and I feel nothing but love and compassion for the MPI judo program. Through my time in the Judo program, I have grown as a judoka and a teammate. It has taught me how to train to be a better individual overall. I have come to love my teammates like family, facing every challenge together. Judo holds a special place in my heart and has impacted my life in ways that are unmatched.

03/12/2023

10/29/2022

Please see the below email from Chris Carver.

Dylan is many of the YouTube videos at the dojo and although it is a cycle of life, I find it extra poignant when they are taken so young with so much potential ahead. Please take a moment to remember Dylan when a moment is available.

Takeo

Some bad news from our end. Dylan died on Wednesday October 26th , from unknown causes.
So we are having a Simple cremation service on Wednesday of next week. (See below) I emailed Sensei, Dylan really liked Sensei. Feel free to share this with other Dojo members, They are welcome to attend. Let me know how things are going. hope we can stay in touch.
Thanks
Chris Carver

Dylan Noel Carver, age 32, of Torrance, California died of a sudden illness October 26, 2022.
His family and friends are deeply heartbroken by this tragedy of a beautiful life cut far too short.

Dylan was born on May 11, 1990 in Arizona. After being homeschooled from K-12, Dylan attended New York University where he graduated from the Tisch University of Fine Arts Kanbar Institute of Film and Television in 2013. Dylan was currently working in computer support services for a VFX production company. Over the years, he had worked as a script analyst for a talent management firm, on various independent film projects, and formed his own production company, DYNOCA Productions. A prolific reader and writer, Dylan was always honing his skills and was currently teaching himself 3D animation for a graphic novel he was writing, illustrating and planning to publish. Dylan shared a love of the All Blacks rugby team with his dad, a native of New Zealand. Dylan took pride in his New Zealand roots and maintained dual citizenship holding United States and New Zealand passports. Dylan was a passionate, creative and loving young man who will be missed beyond measure.

Dylan is survived by his parents, Christopher Carver, D.C. of Torrance, California and Deborah Carver of Atlanta, Georgia; his beloved dog, Sammy; his uncle Royce Rodgers of St. Simons Island, Georgia; his aunts Alison Cane, Roseanne Carver, Colleen Carver and his uncle Phillip, all of New Zealand; as well as numerous cousins.

Services will be Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 11 am at Lighthouse Memorials & Receptions, White & Day Center, 901 Torrance Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

12/14/2021

A BUDÔ STORY

There was once a teacher and his student. In order to give advanced teachings to the student, the teacher said: “Next holiday, let’s have a Gasshuku.” After a few days it was forgotten.
The teacher reminded the student of the proposal but the student responded by saying “I have already made prior arrangements for the upcoming holiday.”
Several months passed, no Gasshuku. When reminded again, the student said “Not now, I am too busy, maybe next time.” Having some free time one day, the student shows up at the Dōjō and sees a dead body being carried off. “What’s going on?” asks the student to one of the Senpai. “Well, Sensei is going on holiday!”
So, unless we make specific time for something we are committed to, we will always have other obligations.
What do we learn from that story? It’s a reminder to change what we can change, to accept what we cannot change and to cultivate the wisdom to understand the difference. A subtle application of the principle of “Flexibility overcoming Rigidity”. (柔よく剛を制す, Jū Yoku Go wo Seisu). One of the first teachings of the Yōseikan.

(Adapted from THE DALAI LAMA’S BOOK OF DAILY MEDITATIONS, DECEMBER 28, P.394.)
Gasshuku: (合宿, がっしゅく): traditional Budō training camp where the students lodge together inside the Dōjō.

10/11/2021

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO OUR CANADIAN STUDENTS, FRIENDS AND FAMILY
We, South of the border, send our Canadian Students, Friends and Family wishes of a Happy Thanksgiving. Our Gratitude for your continuous support and Loyalty to Yôseikan teachings. May you be safe, happy and healthy.