Nukite / Spear-hand
貫手
Thrusting strike using reinforced fingertips aimed at soft vital targets (throat, solar plexus).
Quick Facts
CategoryBody Part
Pronunciation/[noo-kee-teh]/
Alternative NamesSpear-hand thrust, Finger spear strike
Definition
Nukite ('spear hand') aligns extended fingertips into a rigid blade, slightly bending the middle finger to level tip length. Targeted strictly at soft vulnerable zones like the throat notch, eyes, or plexus.
Related Terms
Makiwara巻物 / 巻き藁
Traditional Okinawan training post used to develop striking power and condition impact surfaces.
Te手Japanese word for hand or palm.
Kyusho急所Anatomically vulnerable pressure points on the human body targeted for strikes and joint manipulation.
Atemi / Atemi-waza当て身 / 当て身技Precision strikes aimed at vital anatomical targets to disrupt an attacker before a throw or joint lock.