Judo technique
Tsuri-komi-goshi
Learn the basics of Tsuri-komi-goshi and how it differs from O-goshi.

Meaning
Lift-pull hip throw
Pronunciation
tsoo-ree koh-mee goh-shee
What this technique covers
What the name means
Tsuri-komi-goshi means Lift-pull hip throw in Judo.
Classification
- Type
- Nage-waza: Throwing techniques
- Subtype
- Koshi-waza: Hip techniques
Key idea
The first idea is recognition: connect the name to the throw shape, the partner roles, and the moment where tori starts the movement.
What to notice in the image
In Tsuri-komi-goshi, tori keeps the basic grip, brings the elbow under uke's armpit, and throws from a deep knee bend. Pay special attention to tori's position, uke's direction, and the body line that makes the throwing action visible.
What you will learn
- Recognize the name Tsuri-komi-goshi
- Compare Tsuri-komi-goshi with O-goshi
- Understand the elbow position and deep knee bend
Key terms
- Tsuri-komi-goshi
Lift-pull hip throw
Tsuri-komi-goshi is a hip throw where the lapel hand keeps the basic grip. The elbow slides under uke's armpit and tori bends the knees deeply before throwing.
- O-goshi
Major hip throw
O-goshi is a basic hip throw. The name and broad idea come before technical detail.
- Kuzushi
Breaking balance
Kuzushi is the first big idea in throwing. Before a throw works well, uke's balance must be disturbed.
- Kumi-kata
Gripping form
Kumi-kata is how judoka take grips on the jacket. Simple grips help balance, control, distance, and connection.
Good to know
- Nage-waza: Throwing techniques
- Nage-waza is the family of Judo throws. Throws use timing, balance, and position instead of raw strength.
- Koshi-waza: Hip techniques
- Koshi-waza are throwing techniques where the hip is central to the throwing action.