Soto Makikomi

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Soto Makikomi
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General information
DomainTachi-Waza
ClassificationSutemi-Waza
Sub-ClassificationYoko-Sutemi-Waza
KodokanYes
IJF LegalYes
GroupingDai-Yonkyo
ComplexityIntermediate
ArcsSpiral Out
Technique name
RōmajiSoto makikomi
Japanese外巻込
EnglishOuter wraparound
Korean바깥 감아치기

Soto Makikomi (外巻込), or "Outer Wraparound," is a throwing technique classified under the Nage-waza (throwing techniques) category in Judo. It is part of the Makikomi (巻込) family, where the tori (person executing the technique) uses their body to wrap around the uke (person being thrown), leveraging rotational force to execute the throw.

Classification

Soto Makikomi is categorized as a Yoko-sutemi-waza (side sacrifice technique) under the larger Sutemi-Waza (sacrifice techniques) group in Judo. In this technique, the tori sacrifices their standing position by using their momentum and body weight to unbalance and throw the uke.

Technique Details

  1. The tori grips the uke’s sleeve or lapel, initiating kuzushi (off-balancing) by pulling the uke forward and slightly to the side.
  2. Tori steps across the uke's body and wraps their arm around the uke’s upper body or shoulder.
  3. Using a twisting motion, the tori drives their weight forward and downward while wrapping the uke’s body, completing the throw by falling to their side.

Key Points

  • Kuzushi (off-balancing) is critical to the success of Soto Makikomi. Properly off-balancing the uke makes it easier to execute the throw.
  • Timing and body rotation are essential to maintain control during the throw.
  • Soto Makikomi is often used as a counter to attacks like Harai Goshi or O Goshi, exploiting the uke’s forward momentum.

Application in Competition

Soto Makikomi is frequently used in competition judo, particularly as a counter technique. It is highly effective when the uke is overcommitted to an attack, allowing the tori to capitalize on their forward movement.

References

  • Kodokan Judo
  • The Canon of Judo by Kyuzo Mifune
  • Judo Unleashed by Neil Ohlenkamp

Demonstration