Estblished in 2012 by Erik Nilsson 7 Dan Japan Shitoryu .
Hikarikai International shitoryu Karatedo aims to teach and preserv the teachings and legacy of  Toshio Kaneta, Sogo Budo kanetakai, ( Martial arts Kaneta) We practise traditional japanese martial arts, Motobu.ha shitoryu karate , kobudo goshinbudo and Iado of the traditional form of  Seishinkai Mugairyu.

Erik founded the association In recognition of his Sensei, Toshio Kaneta Soke, whom he studied for since 1997.
Erik has studied shitoryu karate since 1971 Tani- ha shitoryu
and since 1980 shitoryu motobu-ha.