Osoto-gari / Major Outer Reap
大外刈
Devastating Judo leg reap driving the opponent backward while sweeping their loaded leg from the outside.
Quick Facts
CategoryConcept / Principle
Pronunciation/[oh-soh-toh gah-ree]/
Alternative NamesMajor outer reaping throw, Outer leg trip
Definition
Osoto-gari ('major outer reap') is one of the highest-scoring throws in Judo history. Breaking the opponent's balance backward onto one heel, the thrower steps alongside and reaps the loaded leg with a scythe-like leg sweep.
Related Terms
Kuzushi / Off-balancing崩し
First and essential phase of any throw in Judo or Aikido: breaking the opponent's balance.
Ippon一本Highest score achievable in Judo and Karate resulting in an immediate match victory.
Nage-waza / Throwing Techniques投げ技Category encompassing all throwing and takedown techniques in Judo, Aikido, and Jujutsu.
Ashi-waza / Foot and Leg Throws足技Subcategory of Judo throwing techniques executed using foot sweeps, trips, or leg reaps.