Randori Kata

Kaeshi no kata is a kata of throws and counter throws and is similar to Gonosen no kata. This kata is as originated by Yukio Tani but other versions exist containing 8 or 9 techniques or with some of the ten below altered slightly. The techniques of this kata, like gonosen no kata, work well in randori and shiai and serve as a great (and often ovelooked) training aid.

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Kaeshi no kata often considered to be more skillfull than gonosen no kata with the techniques requiring strength being removed or replaced. Total committment is essential from uke's initial attack and tori's counter throw.