Waza / Technique
技
Japanese word and suffix classifying a specific martial technique, skill, or application.
Quick Facts
CategoryConcept / Principle
Pronunciation/[wah-zah]/
Alternative NamesMartial technique, Skill, Artistry
Definition
Waza ('technique/skill') combines with prefixes to categorize technical domains: Nage-waza (throwing), Katame-waza (grappling), Te-waza (hand skills), Ashi-waza (footwork/sweeps), and Kansetsu-waza (joint locks).
Related Terms
Nage-waza / Throwing Techniques投げ技
Category encompassing all throwing and takedown techniques in Judo, Aikido, and Jujutsu.
Katame-waza / Ground Control固技 / 寝技Category of ground grappling techniques including hold-downs (Osaekomi), joint locks (Kansetsu), and chokes (Shime).
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.
Geri / Geri-waza蹴り / 蹴り技Comprehensive category of all kicking techniques (front, side, roundhouse, spinning) in Karate.
Associated Martial Arts
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