Synonyms: Kokyunage

Breathing power throws, i.e. all techniques that do not use levers or grabs, but let uke's energy go past or redirect it using a simple contact.

The term Kokyu-nage is not clearly defined. Sometimes it is extended to techniques which are already known under specific names, e.g. Sumi-otoshi. In most cases, Kokyu-nage refers to all free throws.

There are no pins in Kokyu-nage techniques.

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Terms used:

Uke, Sumi-Otoshi

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