Seikichi Iha—The global karate community mourns the passing of Hanshi Seikichi Iha, a revered master of Shorin Ryu Shidokan karate. His passing has left a profound void in the lives of those who trained under him and admired his dedication to the martial art. Iha Sensei was known for his unwavering commitment to the principles of friendship, cooperation, and learning, values he imparted to countless students around the world.
The members of Okinawa Shorin-ryu Clan Elopre ha, Inc., a karate group in the Philippines, expressed their deep sorrow in a heartfelt message to Iha Sensei’s family. They shared, "We lost a great man and a great karatedo master. We will always cherish the moments we spent with him during our trainings. Von voyage, Iha Sensei, and thank you for the passion for karate that you have shared with us." The group vowed to continue his legacy by propagating the ancient art and its traditions worldwide.
A fundraiser has been organized by Denise Coursey on behalf of the Beikoku Shidokan Association and Iha Sensei’s children to honor his life and teachings. The funds will be used for his memorial service, which is scheduled to be held at the Japanese Garden at Michigan State University on August 31, 2024. The goal is to raise $13,000 to celebrate the life of a man who has touched so many lives through his generosity and devotion to karate.
On Facebook, many expressed their condolences and memories of Iha Sensei. Alexis Peñano Olalia shared, "The entire OSC clan is one with you in mourning." Fe Agravante Isaac, Duke San, and Eihgram Oneurh also offered their prayers and sympathy. Shihan Ervin simply stated, "Rest in peace, Master Seikichi Iha," while Jasmin Rose L. Pavilando-Icaro added, "It is an honor to personally meet you, Master Seikichi Iha. Rest in Paradise with Fr. Benny."
We are deeply saddened to learn of Seikichi Iha’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and the global karate community during this difficult time.
Short Summary of Seikichi Iha
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Seikichi Iha |
| Date of Passing | Recently |
| Fundraiser Created By | Denise Coursey |
| Goal Amount | $13,000 |
| Location | Japanese Garden at Michigan State University |
| Purpose | Memorial service and honoring his life and teachings |
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