Definitions for "Hanshi"
Keywords:  dan, eighth, tenth, instructor, master
Japanese, Master. A respected master of Martial disciplines, who is of eighth- to tenth-degree black belt rank, although not all masters receive this title.
third and highest teaching title
( 範士 ) The highest rank of the three levels of shôgô. Hanshi is awarded to Kyoshi holding 8-dan or above, especially ones who have a noble moral character, thorough knowledge of the principles of Do, and a fully developed technique, and who is at least 55 years of age.
"Half-size sheet", originally half the size of old sugihaarashi (25 × 35 cm). A paper of many uses as it is durable, thin, light, and inexpensive. used for calligraphy writing, account books, etc. Sekishu (from Shimane) and suruga (from Shizuoka) hanshi have been famous since ancient times. Now, mozo (imitation) and kairyo (improved) hanshi made from wood pulp and a mixture of other materials are produced. Standard sizes are 24–26 × 32.5–35 cm.
Keywords:  blackbelt, degree
7th degree blackbelt
Retainer to a Daimyo. Literally, "warrior of the Han."
Keywords:  head, title, organisation
Title given to the head of an organisation.