Our Lineage: From Source to Evolution

Morihei Ueshiba (O’Sensei)
The Founder of Aikido
The source of our art. O’Sensei transformed traditional martial sciences into a path of universal harmony. His final years in Iwama, where he refined the synthesis of weapons and open-hand techniques, remain the bedrock of our practice.
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Morihiro Saito Sensei
The Guardian of Iwama
A devoted student of the Founder for 23 years. Saito Sensei was entrusted with the Iwama Dojo and the preservation of the authentic Aiki system. He is the technical bridge who codified the weapons and techniques we practice today.
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Daniel Toutain
Founder of Wanomichi
A direct student of the greatest masters, Daniel Toutain spent over 50 years mastering the Iwama tradition. In 2018, he founded Wanomichi to bring this technical heritage into a contemporary context, focusing on health and optimal biomechanics.
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Sonia Tomioka Toutain
Expert in Kaizen Dosa
A dedicated student of Saito Sensei and a specialist in physical education and therapy. Sonia integrated the principles of Yoga into the Wanomichi program, creating a unique method of physical and mental preparation for the modern practitioner.
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