Vale: Tadatoshi HAGA, Hanshi Kendo 8th Dan; Hanshi Iaido 8th dan.
All the members of the Australian Kendo Renmei are saddened at the loss of Tadatoshi HAGA sensei on 7 March 2010.
While he will be sadly missed, we will remember the great generosity of his teaching with a very high level of respect and much fondness. Haga sensei’s contribution to the development of Kendo and Iaido in Australia is of the highest value and will last forever.
Haga sensei visited Australia many times over three decades. He made many friends on his visits while greatly assisting our kendo and iaido development.
Haga sensei was renowned for his ability to provide the highest challenge in kendo keiko and to teach both kendo and iaido with great understanding, compassion and good humour.
Our condolences to the family and friends of Haga sensei.
The funeral for Haga sensei will be held at Heian Kaikan Shida, 4-14-3 Fujieda shi, Shizuoka 426-0071, on March 10 2010.
Richard Ward
President,
Australian Kendo Renmei