Kubi-nage

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Key idea

Recognize a traditional name for a head-and-hip throwing variation.

is a traditional variation name, not a separate entry in the Kodokan’s standard throwing list. In this right-sided example, controls right sleeve and brings the right arm around the back of Uke’s neck toward the far shoulder. Tori turns the hip across Uke’s front and guides Uke forward over the connected hip line; mirror on the left. Compare . The neck connection must move with the torso, never become a neck crank or a pull on the head alone.