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The Complete Reference for Judo Techniques
Built for judoka at every level — from white belts learning their first throws to advanced practitioners refining competition technique. Every entry is structured, sourced, and reviewed for accuracy.
92
Techniques documented
8
Kodokan subcategories
3
Phases per technique
100%
Expert-sourced video
Content Methodology
Every technique page is built around the classical three-phase execution model established by Jigoro Kano and the Kodokan.
崩し
Kuzushi
Breaking uke's balance — the foundation of every successful technique.
作り
Tsukuri
Fitting and entry — positioning your body to execute the throw.
掛け
Kake
Execution — the throw itself, applied with force and timing.
Each technique entry includes
Step-by-step execution across kuzushi, tsukuri, and kake
Common mistakes and coaching cues to fix them
Competition context — when and how elite judoka use the technique
Combinations and counters to build a complete game
Curated video from expert instructors with named attribution
Sourced references from official Kodokan and IJF materials
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Sources & References
The Kodokan Judo Institute's official technique classification
The IJF (International Judo Federation) technical materials
Jigoro Kano's founding texts on judo principles
Peer-reviewed sports science research on judo biomechanics
All embedded videos are attributed to named expert instructors — world and Olympic champions, senior Kodokan coaches, and nationally certified judo instructors. No unattributed content is embedded.
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