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Katame Waza

Katame Waza means Grappling techniques. It is a Japanese word used throughout judo terminology.

This term appears on the Yonkyu level of the official USJA rank exam.

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Judo technique names are modular — break the name into its parts and it reads like a sentence:

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Related terms

• Ashi Waza — Foot or leg techniques
• Koshi Waza — Waist or hip techniques
• Nage Waza — Throwing techniques
• Osaekomi Waza — Holding techniques
• Shime Waza — Choking techniques
• Sutemi Waza — Sacrifice techniques