Throwing Techniques — Kodokan Judo
Every successful Kodokan throw is executed through three essential stages:
16 techniques where the thrower falls to their side (e.g., Tani-otoshi , Yoko-gake ). The Gokyo no Waza (Standard Syllabus) Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques
In these techniques, the thrower intentionally falls to the ground to use their body weight and momentum to throw the opponent. Every successful Kodokan throw is executed through three