Look for chest-to-chest alignment and a large outside leg reap that removes the opponent’s weighted leg backward.
Starting position
Both judoka begin standing; the attacker closes distance to the outside of the leg being attacked while maintaining upright control.
Typical grip
A sleeve-and-lapel grip is commonly used to pin the opponent’s balance toward the rear corner.
Kuzushi · balance breaking
Drive and steer the opponent toward the rear corner of the target leg until their weight is concentrated there.
Tsukuri · entry and position
Step beside the opponent, align the upper body closely, and swing the reaping leg forward in preparation without leaning away.
Kake · completion
Swing the leg back in a broad reaping path while the hands and torso continue directing the opponent backward.
Expected result
The opponent’s supporting leg is removed and they fall toward the rear corner under continued upper-body control.
Visual study notes
Prototype limitation: each phase repeats one rights-tracked reference illustration. This is not a true sequential demonstration and must not be used as a substitute for instructor-led practice.
STUDY NOTE 1
Rear corner
Identify the opponent’s weight being directed onto the target leg.
Same single reference image
STUDY NOTE 2
Close alignment
Observe the attacker step beside the opponent without leaning away.
Same single reference image
STUDY NOTE 3
Reap
Follow the broad outside leg action coordinated with continuing upper-body control.
Same single reference image
Common beginner mistakes
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Reaching with the reaping leg before closing the upper-body distance.
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Leaning backward and losing the drive through the hands and chest.
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Hitting only the lower leg instead of coordinating a full reaping action.
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Trying to reap before the opponent’s weight is fixed on the target leg.
Coaching tips to discuss in class
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First recognize the rear-corner balance break, then the reap.
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Keep the support foot stable and the upper body connected.
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Think of one coordinated backward line from hands through the reaping leg.
Technique-specific safety
This throw can send a partner backward with force. Practice only on mats with an instructor, controlled grips, and a partner prepared to breakfall; never reap through a locked knee.
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