This is a video clip of Hiroshi Isoyama, 8th dan, from the 2004 All-Japan Aikido Demonstration held at the Nippon Budokan in Tokyo. Isoyama Sensei started aikido as a boy in Iwama and learned directly under Aikido Founder Morihei Ueshiba.
Hiroshi Isoyama is known for his dynamic demonstrations that combine technique with physical power. Audiences always respond enthusiastically to his performances due to his obvious use of strength and the daredevil-type falls taken by his uke. Isoyama maintains close ties to Hollywood movie actor Steven Seagal, the two having established their friendship more than 30 years ago when Seagal was residing and teaching aikido in Japan.