Tomoe Nage

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Tomoe Nage
General information
DomainTachi-Waza
ClassificationSutemi-Waza
Sub-ClassificationMa-Sutemi-Waza
KodokanYes
GroupingDai-Sankyo
VariationsYoko Tomoe Nage
ComplexityTech-Intermediate
ArcsSpiral Out
Technique name
RōmajiTomoe-nage
Japanese巴投
EnglishCircle throw
Korean배대 뒤치기

Tomoe Nage (巴投), or "Circle Throw," is one of the original 40 throws of Judo developed by Jigoro Kano. It belongs to the third group, Sankyo, of the traditional throwing list, Gokyo (no waza), of Kodokan Judo. It is classified as a rear sacrifice technique (Ma-Sutemi-Waza).

Concept

Tomoe Nage involves the tori (the person executing the throw) falling backward while using their leg to lift and throw the uke (the person being thrown) over their head in a circular motion. This technique is effective for countering an opponent's forward momentum.

Technique

  1. Grip: The tori grips the uke's sleeve and collar.
  2. Positioning: The tori pulls the uke forward to break their balance.
  3. Dropping and Lifting: The tori drops backward, placing a foot on the uke's lower abdomen or hip.
  4. Throwing: The tori uses the leg to lift and throw the uke over their head in a circular motion.

Key Points

  • Break the uke's balance forward.
  • Coordinate the dropping motion with the lifting action of the leg.
  • Ensure the foot is positioned correctly on the uke's lower abdomen or hip.

References

  • Kano, Jigoro. Kodokan Judo: The Essential Guide to Judo by Its Founder. Kodansha International, 1986.
  • Mifune, Kyuzo. The Canon of Judo: Classic Teachings on Principles and Techniques. Kodansha International, 2004.

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