Isshin Ryu's lineage can be traced back to primarily four different Masters,

                           
         Chutoku Kyan                 Chojun Miyagi                  Choki Motubu                   Taira Shinken
     (Shorin Ryu Master)            (Goju Ryu Master)               (Sparring Master)               (Weapons Master)

Tatsuo Shimabuku took lessons from each of these masters and combined all of his knowledge and philosophies to create Isshin Ryu Karate.

Grand Master Tatsuo Shimabuku
(Founder of Isshin Ryu)

Isshin Ryu is now being furthered by Master Angi Uezu.

Master Angi Uezu
(Isshin Ryu Master)