Tamas Weber
Soke Tamas Weber is a world-renowned martial artist and the founder of Sanshinkan International.
Born in Budapest in 1942, his martial arts journey spans over 70 years, during which he has trained under some of Japan’s greatest masters, including Tani Chojiro, Yoshinao Nanbu, and Shogo Kuniba.
Uniquely combining traditional discipline with real-world application, Soke Weber’s expertise is forged from his time serving in the legendary French Foreign Legion and as a specialised close-combat instructor for police and military units worldwide.
He holds the rare rank of 10th Dan Black Belt and was the first European to be inducted into the Masters Hall of Fame with the Platinum Life Achievement Award.
As a legacy of Sanshinkan International, Kombat Hall is proud to carry forward Soke Weber’s legacy, delivering authentic martial arts instruction rooted in his comprehensive system of Shito-Ryu Karate and self-defence.
The legacy of Tamas Weber
Early Life & Military Service Born in Hungary in 1942, Tamas Weber’s life has been defined by resilience and discipline. His martial journey began in the early 1950s with Judo and Karate. At the age of 16, he joined the French Foreign Legion, serving with distinction during the Algerian War.
During his service, he was wounded in combat—an experience he later chronicled in his book, "The Warrior's Rose". Following his service in the Legion, he continued his military career as a decorated officer in the Swedish Army, becoming a sought-after expert in close-quarters combat (CQC) for anti-terrorist and police units across Europe and the Middle East.
Soke Weber’s martial arts pedigree is unmatched. He was one of the first Westerners to train deeply in traditional Japanese Karate styles. His lineage traces back to the titans of Shito-Ryu:
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Shukokai: Trained under Master Chojiro Tani.
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Sankukai: Trained under Master Yoshinao Nanbu.
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Motobu-ha Shito-Ryu: Held high leadership roles under Soke Shogo Kuniba.
Tamas travelled to Stockholm in 1969 to teach karate, which became his home and base for Sanshin-kan Karate.
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Soke Weber holds the rank of 10th Dan (Judan), the highest level of mastery in Karate, recognised by Seishinkai and major international bodies. His contributions to the martial arts world were immortalised in 2009 when he became the first European inducted into the Masters Hall of Fame in the USA.
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Through Sanshinkan International, Soke Weber has established a global network of dojos that prioritise practical effectiveness, character development, and traditional values. Kombat Hall is honoured to represent this lineage, offering students direct access to the teachings of a true modern-day warrior.
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Soke Tamas continues to lead daily training sessions at the Stockholm Hombu Dojo. ​
