At age 73, Hanshi Nishime has been training in Shorin-ryu Karate for nearly 60 years. Hanshi began his martial arts journey at 14 when he moved to his sister’s home in Naha to attend high school. He didn’t know many people and spent most of his time hanging out with...
Our Jiu-Jitsu journey began with a handful of passionate individuals seeking knowledge and a taste of something new. Fast forward a few years, and our program has blossomed into one of the top training rooms in the Cincinnati area. Despite being labeled as a karate...
One of my favorite things about jiujitsu is getting to promote people. For those that don’t know, there are 5 adult belts in jiujitsu and it takes roughly 10-15 years to achieve black belt. You will spend years at a given rank as you go through your own personal...
Often, the first thing someone asks when they see our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu logo is, “Why is it a fish?” As Shihan Jason Nishime is quick to point out, it’s not just a fish; it’s a koi. Koi fish are symbols of strength, perseverance, and fulfilled destiny. Their...
Happy New Year from Nishime Martial Arts! As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with gratefulness for everyone who has ever walked through our doors. August 2023 started our 35th continuous year as a family business! But really, it all started in 1973 when...
Starting Brazilian Jiujitsu (BJJ) can be an overwhelming experience. Even coming from other martial arts backgrounds such as karate which has some throws and joint locks. If you’re reading this and feel completely lost some days, let me help you understand the process...
