Kiyohara Sensei at Home
Kiyohara Sensei in Traditional Dress
Kiyohara Sensei Flying Side Kick (yoko geri)
Kiyohara Sensei Flying Side Kick (yoko geri) 2
I first met Kiyohara Sensei in 1984 in Toyama Japan. I remember during our training sessions he sat motionless for hours and watched all of us very keenly. His presence was calm but alert and even though he never spoke, I felt that that I had met a person with true Karate Spirit
Kiyohara Sensei knew little English but I understood everything he showed me when he explained Kata, Bunkai or Karate Basics. He was a great teacher, always humble but focused on detail and the correct order of things. His karate was strong but he taught in a warm gentle way.
Kiyohara Sensei had a wonderful sense of humour and loved being with children, often joining in their games and singing songs. I enjoyed his love of music and dance and his performances were colourful, creative and deeply moving.
Kiyohara Sensei was a perfect gentleman and host; nothing was ever too much trouble for him, no matter what the task or request.
On behalf of the members of Kenseikan Australia, we offer Mrs Kiyohara and family our deepest sympathy and express heartfelt gratitude in having known a gentleman with true samurai qualities.
Jon Rawlings.