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Takuya Taniyama
Born (1965-06-28) 28 June 1965 (age 58)
Osaka Prefecture, Japan
StyleShotokan Karate
Teacher(s)Masatoshi Nakayama
Rank6th Dan karate (JKA)

Takuya Taniyama (Taniyama Takuya, 28 June 1965) is a Japanese instructor of Shotokan karate. He has won the JKA's version of the world championships for kata. He has also won the JKA All-Japan championships for kata on four occasions, and for kumite on five occasions. He is currently an instructor with the Japan Karate Association.[1]

Biography

Takuya Taniyama was born in Osaka, Japan on 28 June 1965. He studied at Takushoku University. His karate training began during his 3rd year of elementary school.

Competition

Takuya Taniyama has had considerable success in karate competition.

Major Tournament Success

References