Takamasa Arakawa
Born 1967 in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan
International Budo University graduate, high teacher license (health and physical education)
Japan Wadokai National Kata champion numerous times
1999 Wadokai World Cup Silver Medal, Men's Individual Kata
2001 Wadokai National Team Kumite 1st place (Guseikai Team)
2002 Wadokai World Championships Team Kata Gold Medal
2002 East Japan Corporate Championships, 65kg Men's Individual Kumite champion
2005 Wadokai World Cup, Japan Team Kata Coach
2007 Wadokai National Championships Team Kumite 2nd place (Guseikai Team)
Host to the Japan Karate Intern Program at Shiramizu Dojo

 

Sensei Arakawa has been a fantastic instructor, friend, and guide in my journey.  Visiting his Shiramizu Dojo in Sugito, Saitama, is a memorable experience.  Sensei Arakawa's students are a great example of his love of budo and ability to pass on his knowledge..
~Mike Spain~