It is with great sadness that we learned the news of Tamura Sensei's passing. The following email was received from Aikikai Hombu.

Dear Sir or Madam,

We are very sorry to inform you that Nobuyoshi Tamura Sensei (77 years old) who was battling cancer has passed away last night on July 9th 2010 at 8 PM (French time).

We would like to extend our sincere condolences to his family and his students.

Yours sincerely,

Mariko Takamizo
International Department
Aikikai Foundation