Glossary - K

Term	Definition
Kokyu-Nage	Breathing force throw, i.e. techniques that guide or divert the energy of the attack using the flow of breathing. Read more...
Kokyu-Nage-Naname	Breath throw with direct entry into uke (returning throw); also called "kokyu-ho" Read more...
Kokyu-Otoshi	Breath drop technique: uke is led directly to the ground through a kimusubi connection, while arms and shoulders remain relaxed.
Koshi-Nage	Hip throw Read more...
Kotegaeshi	Technique where uke is thrown using a wrist lock Read more...
Kubi-Otoshi	Drop throw by placing both hands in uke's neck and kneeling down Read more...
Kumi-Jo	Partner exercise: jo against jo Read more...
Kumi-Tachi	Partner exercise: sword against sword Read more...
Kuzushi	Kuzushi refers to an action that throws uke off balance. Literally, it means "taking away the attacker's upright position", or even "destroying" him. In Aikido, however, it is understood more as leading the opponent out of a stable position—the destructive interpretation of this term does not align with the philosophy of the martial art.

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