Uchi-mata / Inner Thigh Throw
内股
Highest-scoring throw in Olympic Judo history sweeping the inner thigh with an upward leg drive.
Quick Facts
CategoryConcept / Principle
Pronunciation/[oo-chee mah-tah]/
Alternative NamesInner thigh reaping throw, Inner leg throw
Definition
Uchi-mata ('inner thigh') is Judo's premier scoring technique. Driving one leg high inside between the opponent's thighs while pulling their lapel forward, the attacker pivots 180 degrees to flip them high onto their back.
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.