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Judo term

Kubi-nage

Pronunciation
koo-bee nah-geh
Meaning
Neck throw

In Judo

Kubi-nage is a traditional neck-throw variation name, related here to Koshi-guruma. It is not a separate throw in the Kodokan’s standard list and does not mean applying a neck lock.

Lessons that teach this

  • Kubi-nageRecognize a traditional name for a head-and-hip throwing variation.
  • ReviewRetrieve the terms and apply the central distinction in Nage-Waza: Otoshi & Grips.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

What does Kubi-nage mean?

Reveal answer

Neck throw

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