18. grade of 20
8th Dan – Black Belt (Shihan)
Typical gap since previous grade: 96 monthsestimate
Global executive member at the World Kudo Championship.
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.
8 gold stripes - bearer of the original Jukudo (name before Kudo).