5. grade of 6
Shihan (Master Instructor)
Typical gap since previous grade: 48 monthsestimate
Awarded purple belt, right to teach original Hakko-ryu, and Shiatsu therapy.
Requirements for this grade
We do not yet have documented requirements for this grade. They will be added once the relevant organisation’s syllabus is available.
Master of not only martial skill but also Japanese healing acupressure and medicine.