True budo is a work of love. It is a work of giving life to all beings, and not killing or struggling with each other. Love is the guardian deity of everything. Nothing can exist without it. Aikido is the realization of love.

There are times when you may be overwhelmed by the teachings of the Way. At such moments, it is important to continue with the original spirit of a beginner.

One does not need buildings, money, power, or status to practice the Art of Peace. Heaven is right where you are standing, and that is the place to train.

Life itself is always a trial. In training, you must test and polish yourself in order to face the great challenges of life.

To rid the world of aggression and contention is the purpose of Aikido

If you have life in you, you have access to the secrets of the ages, for the truth of the universe resides in each and every human being.

Never fear another challenger, no matter how large; Never despise another challenger, no matter how small.