Shimizu Shun Sensei

Head Instructor of the Shunmei Karate Academy in Saitama City’s Nishi Ward

Shimizu Sensei leads Shunmei Karate Academy in Saitama City’s Nishi Ward, where he teaches youth and adult students alike. He’s also visited the USA on more than one occasion to teach Goju Ryu. His approach combines precision, technique, character development, and the enduring traditions of Japanese budo. With a deep respect for karate-do’s roots, and a passion for nurturing future generations, he continues to inspire students through disciplined practice and personal example.

His competitive career is marked by consistent success at multiple levels of JKF competition, winning gold medals and championship titles at the City, Prefectural, and Kanto Regional tournaments (spanning seven prefectures). Plus, he proudly qualified to compete in the prestigious All Japan Karate Championship.

With well over two decades of continuous training under Nobetsu Sensei, Shimizu Sensei has become a leading teacher in the influential Japan Karate Federation. (The Japan Karate Federation was established in 1969 to serve as the umbrella organization unifying the major karate-do styles in Japan under one national body. It’s recognized by the Japanese government and is affiliated with the Japan Olympic Association.