Nice to watch Thambu Sensei here. I trained with, and got to know the man, before I went to live in Fukuoka, Japan. Thambu Sensei and I shared the variation to techniques regarding Aikikai and Takemuse styles of Aikido. I will always look upon Thambu Sensei as a friend of mine. Best wishes. Paul Araki-Metcalfe Aikikai Godan and Shihan Yagyu Shinkage-Ryu, www.shadowsword.com.au