Dear all-
apologies for cross posting,
I have learned that Sasama Yoshihiko Sensei of the Nihon Katchu Bugu
Rekishi Kenkyu-kai has passed away. I am sorry I cannot report the details
of his passing but know that his funeral was held on the 7th of November in
Japan.
He was truly a gentlemen and truly of the old school. A tireless
researcher, talented artist, prolific writer and a teacher of inexhaustible
knowledge, patience and generosity. Thanks to him the very world we love to
inhabit, the true world of the samurai warrior, his swords and armour have
been kept alive for us and generations to come. He is gone and he will be
missed, but his writings remain as testament to the great, grand and good
man that he was.
I shall post more, should I get the details, anyone wishing to send
condolence (via snail mail) feel free to contact me OFF LIST.
Tom Helm
toryu@...
www.ncjsc.org
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