Shoji Nishio’s lifetime of accomplishments included numerous rankings and honors in Japanese martial arts including 8th dan in Aikido, 7th dan in Nihon Iaido Zendoku, 6th dan in Kodokan Judo, 5th dan in Shindo Shizen Ryu Karate as well as training in Shindo Muso Ryu Jodo (staff) and Hozoin Ryu Yari (spear). He received the Budo Kyoryusho award from the Japanese Budo Federation for his lifetime contribution to the development and advancement of Aikido throughout the world.