Shihan Menjō
Iwata Manzō
The above-named person has, over many years, diligently devoted himself to the practice of karate-dō. Through earnest effort, he has cultivated both mind and technique to a high level and has thoroughly mastered its profound principles.
Accordingly, he is hereby authorized and certified as a Karate-dō Shihan.
May 1, 1944 (Shōwa 19)
Dai Nippon Karate-dō Kai Honbu
Kaichō Shihan: Mabuni Kenwa
Komon Shihan (Advisory Instructor): Miyagi Chōjun
(From: Gekkan Karate-dō, October Issue 2001, Vol. 367)
Karate Kenkyū Shitsu 