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Message of Dai Nippon Butoku Kai Sosai, Higashi Fushimi of Dai Nippon Butoku Kai wrote the masterful calligraphy, "Discovering the future through the wisdom of the past" in 2000. In 2001 he also wrote the symbolic calligraphy," Ten thousand happiness, peace and prosperity in the land" addressing the importance of cooperation and encompassing unity of the world. Sosai is posing the essential question of humanity how best we can tackle the fundamental issues of human problems. He sees enormous challenge of human nature in the advent of new era. Though we may have differences in culture and polity, he feels we can steadfastly find the viable solutions. For, essentially, we wish to have the same ends such as lasting happiness, peace and prosperity for all. There are many reasons why we have not achieved such simple essence in human history. There are no easy answers to these complex questions. By looking at the confounding reality of the world, despite the persistent turmoil we may have today, we should never lose an abiding hope for the strength of true spirit of humanity. Bearing in mind of the lofty ideals of the prince, what we will be attempting to do in the World Butoku Sai in the ancient Butokuden is not only about the demonstration of martial skills and physical prowess but also this is about the message we can share and address to the world. It is a simple message that the pure human spirit shall prevail. This is about our present and future how and what we can create together for the goodness of the common cause; peace, harmony, and prosperity. I am certain you will bring the best of your martial skills, national pride and honor but above all you will bring your pure spirit to be merged to become greater than any single individual, style and school, region and nation. We together can achieve this essence and hopefully this shall be the landmark effort for all of us. In many sense, this experience should forge our bond beyond the superficial differences of geography and culture. We feel we are very fortunate to have more than universal language of martial arts but also spirit of that essence. Those who cannot partake in this historic event could also participate indirectly in the significant historic movement we all are bound. This event is for all members of DNBK International Division even if you cannot be there in person at the site. You can fulfill your part by focusing your energy and sending your prayer for success toward the Butokuden on April 29, 2002. This is pivotal dream that we can give our energy to this lofty cause. The rest is our inspiration connecting to all who wish to be connected. In this pivotal effort of DNBK International Division, I wish to convey our heartfelt thanks to all division representatives and leaders, practitioners and members of our association for preparing and building the unprecedented team of the world. The ancient two arrows symbolizing the power of Wisdom and Courage" in the crest of DNBK shall live in eternity because of the tireless dedication to the essence of the martial truth. I hope you are very proud to wear the emblem of DNBK as we march on together in Kyoto Japan. Gassho (Prayer of Peace and Harmony) The First Canada Butoku Sai Slated with Great Enthusiasm and Spirit of DNBK June 23, 2001 in Burlington, Canada, the first Canadian Butoku Sai was held in Holiday Inn Conference Center. Under leadership of Kyoshi Tallack, Canadian DNBK members coordinated the Butoku Sai with great precision and warm hospitality. The official venue was executed in the following order:
With tremendous energy and high quality demonstration skills and dignified respect, the first Canada Butoku Sai was concluded as the landmark success. We wish to congratulate all participants who joined in the excellent training session. Especially, we wish to congratulate Kyoshi Tallack and his Canadian team for their great attainments. We also wish to express our deep gratitude to Hanshi Dometrich and his Chito Ryu members for their outstanding performances and exemplary decorum. We also congratulate Renshi Riley and his students for their energetic dedication and performances. From our division, Kyoshi Edelman, Kyoshi Kapetanakis, and Kim Baylor, Tasshi and their team members gave their energies in honor of the DNBK Canada. The booklet published afterwards contain more than collection of memorable photos of the events. It remains as solid testimonial of those who aspire to be a difference in the world of excellence. I wish to congratulate the following members who are honored with the new Samurai Martial Arts Professional Titles at the Canada Butoku Sai. The Special Kendo Training Seminar Kendo enthusiasts from Princeton Club led by Kyoshi Lee joined in the fall martial arts clinic and seminar in Norfolk USA September 2. From Honbu, Haruhiko Ochiai, Kendo and Iaido Kyoshi Schichidan from Ibaraki Prefecture Japan came to USA to conduct the special training for preparation of the World Butoku Sai. His Kendo team showed much strength and willingness to sharpen their skills and Zanshin. With great anticipation, Kendo division will be facing many formidable foes in the Kyoto event. Office of the DNBK International Division All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without written permission from Honbu Dai Nippon Butoku Kai, USA and International Division |