15. grade of 20
5th Dan – Black Belt (Shihan)
Typical gap since previous grade: 60 monthsestimate
Earning the prestigious Shihan title. Test involves the terrifying 50-man kumite.
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.
In Satojuku Karate, Shihan wears a black belt with 5 gold stripes.