Striking on the Spot: Key to Effective Kendo 3 Oji-Waza and Debana-Waza Techniques

Hyoga Kajitani demonstrates three Oji-Waza and Debana-Waza techniques (Debana-Men, Debana-Kote and Men-Kaeshi-Do) against Men strikes in Kendo, emphasizing striking on the spot, maintaining proper Ma-ai, and accuracy. Explore more techniques and observe top-level Kendo players for inspiration.
0:00 Introduction
0:32 Importance of Striking on the spot on Oji-Waza and Debana-Waza
2:33 Debana-Men
5:22 Debana-Kote
7:05 Debana-Kote from below
8:15 Men-Kaeshi-Do
9:47 Conclusion and areas for improvement
☆ Twitter
/ kajitanikendog
☆ Japanese Channel
/ @-kendo-9265
☆ Would you like to share your KENDO photos, illustrations and short videos with our KENDO friends?
Please post your memorable Ippon, moment from your practice with your friends, using this form.
⇩form
forms.gle/FdhPcbbiJcDg619L6
☆ Glossary of Kendo Terms
- Ashi-sabaki
Ashi-sabaki is a term used in Kendo to describe the movement of the feet used to deliver a strike or evade an attack. It involves the proper positioning, stepping, and shifting of the feet to create opportunities for effective techniques while maintaining balance and stability.
- Oji-Waza
Techniques for counter-attack. A set of specific moves that are used to respond effectively to an opponent's attack. These techniques include Suriage-waza, Uchiotoshi-waza, Kaeshi-waza and Nuki-waza. These moves are designed to help practitioners react quickly to their opponent's actions, allowing them to defend themselves while also taking advantage of opportunities to counter-attack. In simpler terms, these techniques help kendo practitioners turn the tables on their opponents by turning their attacks against them.
- Debana-waza
Counter-attack techniques executed right at the moment when an opponent is just about to launch their attack. In other words, these techniques capitalize on the brief window of opportunity that arises when the opponent is in the process of initiating their move, allowing the practitioner to strike first and gain an advantage.
- Moto-dachi
A person who receives strikes from their opponent during practice sessions such as Ji-geiko, Kakari-geiko, or Kihon-geiko. A Motodachi should be knowledgeable about how to properly deliver and receive strikes and thrusts, as their role is crucial for providing constructive and safety training opportunities for their partners.
- Te-uchi
The strikes and thrusts executed primarily with the upper body, without the appropriate movement or engagement of the lower body. Te-uchi is considered a poor example in kendo because it lacks the proper coordination between the upper and lower body. Ideally, the entire body should work together in harmony for optimal performance and effectiveness.
#Kendo #剣道 #검도 #剑道 #劍道 #кендо #เคนโด้

[@carloseduardolijo9367]

Good job, that’s a very detailed and instructive videos! Please keep them coming! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@swkendo]

勉強になりました。 ありがとうございます。👍

[@rctankgo]

Really good video. Thanks !

[@yakendo]

밑손목이 너무멋집니다 😊

[@Not-so-cool-name]

So generous to help others. As always, thank you so so much! And still the best kendo channel on RUclips.

[@user-nc9zu8mz7h]

Good~~~

[@luisabreu4396]

Thank you for sharing your experience ! 🙇🏽‍♂️👍👍

[@PantheraUncia13]

Your fumikomi is so powerful the camera is shaking, I hope to reach that level myself someday.

[@maro6301]

Great Kendo video, Thank you! 😍😍