September 9, 2002

Francisco Camarena
Genbu-Kai of Spain

Dear Sensei Camarena:

I am very happy extend to you my congratulations on reaching the 25th anyversary of Shito-Ryu Karate-Do Genbu-Kai in Spain. Achieving 25 years of history represents a very great accomplishment, reflecting all of the hard work and dedication of yourself and your students.

Today, we see many karate students and organizations become more and more "sports-oriented" in their training. Our Genbu-Kai organization has always been based firmly in the ways or traditional Karate-Do. Our emphasis is to train to build strength of body and character, to help each student become the best person they can possibly be. The Genbu-Kai students who train in Spain are strong in character, as well as in the physical elements of karate. You are an important part of Genbu-Kai.

Again, congratulations! I hope the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Spain Genbu-Kai is an enjoyable and memorable occasion. I look forward to many more years of working with you, as we move together into the future.

Sincerely

Shihan Fumio Demura
Chairman, Shito-Ryu Karate-Do Genbu-Kai