12th January 2025: Kagamibiraki Ceremony, Aikido Hombu Dojo

The Aikido Hombu Dojo held its Kagamibiraki Ceremony on Sunday, January 12th, 2025.

Aikido Doshu Ueshiba Moriteru and Aikido Hombu Dojo-cho Ueshiba Mitsuteru each gave hono embu. Afterwards, the promoted persons were announced, and a presentation of the diplomas was held. 1150 persons were promoted to the ranks of Shodan through 8th Dan. Congratulations to each of them.

A list of all promoted persons can be seen at the following link:

http://aikikai.or.jp/pdf/suisen/2025.pdf