4. grade of 5
Menkyo (Teaching License / Shihan)
Typical gap since previous grade: 60 monthsestimate
Official technique scroll. Authorization to lead dōjō in Takamura lineage.
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.
Shihan = Licensed master and guarantor of Takamura Shindo Yoshin-ryu (TSYR).