The 4th Summer Camp and International Seminar was successfully held in West Bengal, India, from 29th to 31st May 2026. This year’s event was particularly special as it welcomed distinguished guest instructor Shihan Satoshi Yui (7th Dan) from Japan’s Kyokushinkaikan. The camp was conducted under the guidance of Sekai Budo Karate-do Renmei Kyokushin Karate Head Instructor/CEO Shihan Prasanna Fernando from the United Kingdom.
Nearly one hundred students from different districts across India participated in this prestigious event. The camp provided a unique opportunity for practitioners to train under one of Japan’s top instructors, Shihan Satoshi Yui, who was a direct student of the founder of Kyokushin Karate, Sosai Masutatsu Oyama. Participants greatly benefited from Shihan Yui’s teachings, which closely reflected the traditional methods taught by Sosai Oyama at the Honbu Dojo during his lifetime. His technical instruction, discipline, and philosophy left a lasting impression on all attendees.
Following two intensive days of training, the final day featured the Kyu and Dan Grading Examination, conducted under the supervision of the two Shihans. The examination was extremely challenging and was carried out according to the high standards and syllabus practiced in Japan. Nine black belt candidates attempted promotion to their next Dan grade, with six successfully passing. The remaining candidates will have another opportunity to reattempt the examination in three months.
Beyond technical karate training, participants gained valuable life lessons from Shihan Yui. He emphasized the importance of becoming responsible and compassionate human beings, caring for others, and protecting the environment. These teachings reinforced the true spirit of Kyokushin Karate.
Sekai Budo Karate-do Renmei Kyokushin Karate Honbu would like to extend its sincere appreciation to West Bengal Branch Chief Sensei Prithish Mukherjee (4th Dan) for organizing this outstanding event and providing an opportunity for karate practitioners from various Kyokushin organizations to participate. His dedication, hard work, and contribution to the success of the seminar are highly appreciated by SBKR.
Osu!
