This is to announce that the IAF Congress which is normally held every four years will take place from September 26th till October 3rd, 2016 in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. During the Congress there’s a week long Aikido seminar with Hombu Shihans and some key overseas Shihan. Upon conclusion of the Congress a class will be held by Ueshiba Moriteru Doshu. Please pencil in the dates in your calendar and hope to see you in Takasaki City in the new arena built by the city. More details about the accommodation and logistics information will become available as the time gets closer.