Kuchiki Taoshi
| Kuchiki Taoshi | |
|---|---|
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| General information | |
| Domain | Tachi-Waza |
| Classification | Nage-Waza |
| Sub-Classification | Te-Waza |
| Kodokan | Yes |
| IJF Legal | No |
| Grouping | Shinmeisho No Waza |
| Variations | Single Leg Takedown |
| Complexity | Intermediate |
| Technique name | |
| Rōmaji | Kuchiki-taoshi |
| Japanese | 朽木倒 |
| English | Dead Tree Fall |
Kuchiki Taoshi
Kuchiki Taoshi (朽木倒) is a single leg takedown technique in Judo, categorized under Te-waza (hand techniques). The name "Kuchiki Taoshi" translates to "Dead Tree Drop" in English.
History
Kuchiki Taoshi was later adopted by the Kodokan into their Shinmeisho No Waza (newly accepted techniques) list. The technique was popularized by Kyutaro Kanda in 1926. Despite some criticism for its perceived lack of finesse, it has been included in various judo systems due to its effectiveness[^1^][1].
Technique Description
In Kuchiki Taoshi, the practitioner (Tori) grabs the opponent's (Uke) leg with one hand and simultaneously pushes them backward, causing them to fall. The technique can be executed by grabbing the leg from either the inside or the outside[^1^][1][^2^][2].
Execution
1. Tori and Uke start in a natural posture. 2. Tori takes hold of Uke’s leg from the inside (or the outside) with one hand. 3. Tori pulls the leg up in one stroke while pushing Uke backward. 4. Uke falls to the ground as a result of the imbalance created[^3^][4].
Competition Use
Kuchiki Taoshi was banned in judo competition by the International Judo Federation in 2010, except when used as a counter or in combination with other techniques[^4^][3].
External Links
- [Kuchiki Taoshi on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kuchiki_taoshi)
- [Instructional Video for Kuchiki Taoshi](https://blackbeltwiki.com/kuchiki-taoshi)