Hayashi Shiryu

Hayashi Shiryu a notable swordsman during the Edo period (17th century) of Japan. Shiryu originally was a student of the Shinto ryu style of swordsmanship before becoming a disciple under the famous Miyamoto Musashi. Previously before Shiryu had joined Musashi, he had dueled him within a certain dojo. Musashi had defeated him badly, in which he even lost consciousness when leaving the dojo. After reflecting their duel, Musashi had felt that Shiryu had shown considerable talent within the way he had fought, thus having his students take care of his recovery. Shiryu then on became a student under Musashi after he had completely recovered. After Musashi had left the Owari region, Shiryu continued to study under the guidance of Takemura Yoemon, one of Musashi's senior of students. After some time, Shiryu had eventually received the final transmission of the Enmei ryu.

References

"Miyamoto Musashi - Life and Writings"