55th anniversary

Aikido is a modern martial art founded by its founder, Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969), who mastered the mysteries of traditional Japanese martial arts and then underwent rigorous spiritual training. Aikido does not simply compete with its opponent over strength. Rather, it aims to cultivate the mind and body through repeated practice, where practitioners hone their skills through techniques born from the power of breathing and the movement of the body (entry and turning). Furthermore, because Aikido does not involve competing with others over superiority or inferiority, there are no matches or competitions. It can be said to be a martial art in which practitioners can learn to respect each other and to cultivate a spirit of harmony through repeated practice.
(Source: Quoted from the Aikikai Foundation website)