The title of Shihan is appointed by Aikikai Hombu Dojo, which states that “no additional power or authority accompanies the title of Shihan, but it shows qualifications as Aikido instructors of the highest rank.”
The USAF is pleased to announce two members who received Shihan title, effective January 1, 2017. They are:
Collins Smith, Bermuda Aikikai
Kazuho Nishida, City Aikido of Los Angeles
Congratulations!