Osoto gaeshi
ClassificationNage-waza
Sub classificationAshi-waza
KodokanYes
Technique name
RōmajiOsoto gaeshi
Japanese大外返
EnglishBig outer reap counter

Osoto Gaeshi (大外返) is one of the techniques adopted by the Kodokan into their Shinmeisho No Waza (newly accepted techniques) list. It is categorized as a foot technique, Ashi-waza. It is essentially a counter throw or reversal for Osoto gari.

Technique Description

As the opponent steps in to attempt an Osoto Gari, the tori defends himself by drawing back his trailing foot, and twist his own torso, in doing so cutting down the uke using the same throw.

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