Kuchiki taoshi

Kuchiki taoshi is a takedown (grappling)#Single [leg takedown|single leg takedown] in Judo adopted later by the Kodokan into their Shinmeisho No Waza list. It is categorized as a hand technique, Te-waza.
The technique was popularized by Kyutaro Kanda in 1926. Yaichihyōe Kanemitsu criticized it as a takedown lacking finesse, but included it in his acumen nonetheless.

Technique Description

Kuchiki taoshi is sometimes translated as "dead tree drop". In this throw the leg of the opponent is grabbed with one arm while pushing him onto his back.

Included Systems

Systems:

Kodokan Judo, List of Kodokan Judo techniques

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