This year, 2022, I turned 80. I received many notes of appreciation and wishing me good health on the occasion of my birthday, as well as gifts from all over the world. There were so many messages that I can't express my thanks to each person individually. I want to let everyone know that I very much appreciate everyone who took the time to send a note through email and other means. It was touching to receive your notes and gifts and I am grateful for every one of them.
I also received a video containing birthday greetings from each member country. I watched the entire video and I am touched by all the heartfelt well wishes from everyone. Thank you.
I am reinvigorated and inspired by the outpouring of well-wishes from all members worldwide, and I will do my best to keep in good health well past my 81st birthday. I look forward our future together as we share in our practice of Karate-do. I would also like to wish everyone continued good health and prosperity.
Goshi Yamaguchi
President, IKGA/JKGA
