Glossary

Counter technique: uke transforms tori's technique without interrupting the flow by taking advantage of an opening in tori's movement or stance. For example, an ikkyo technique can be countered with an ikkyo by changing the position.

180-degree turn on the spot, without moving the feet (hip only); also called Tenkai.

1. shoulder; 2. predetermined sequence of movements (practice form)

Uke grabs one of tori's shoulders, more specifically the fabric of the jacket at the front of the shoulder.

Combined attack by grabbing shoulder with one hand and striking to the face with the other hand.

Wrist

Uke grabs one of tori's wrists with one hand.

See morote-dori.

Partner exercises, where the staff is used to defend against a sword attack

Diagonal downward cut with the sword, following the line of the kesa (= the front hemline of the jacket).