Atama

頭

Japanese term for the head, a primary target area in Jodan level.

Quick Facts

CategoryBody Part

Pronunciation/[ah-tah-mah]/

Alternative NamesHead, Skull

Definition

Atama denotes the head in Japanese martial vocabulary. It appears when referring to head strikes (Atama-zuki) or designating target zones for punches and kicks.

Related Terms

Jodan上段

Upper level target area of the body in Japanese terminology (head and neck).

Chudan中段

Middle level target area of the body (chest, abdomen, and torso).

Gedan下段

Lower level target area of the body (waist downward including legs).

Associated Martial Arts

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