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Hiwaza · Non-technique outcomes

Isamiashi勇み足

self-stepping out while attacking

Difficulty
Frequency
≤0.1%
Category
Hiwaza非技
Technique demo
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Reference photo
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Mechanics

The wrestler executing a technique accidentally plants his own foot outside the dohyō at the moment when the opponent he is pushing out is still falling or stepping out.

Name breakdown
isamiashi
ashi — leg / foot
FAQ

Frequently asked about Isamiashi

What is Isamiashi?

Isamiashi (勇み足) is a sumo technique from the Hiwaza group (Non-technique outcomes). Meaning: self-stepping out while attacking.

How is Isamiashi performed?

The wrestler executing a technique accidentally plants his own foot outside the dohyō at the moment when the opponent he is pushing out is still falling or stepping out.

How difficult and common is Isamiashi?

Hiwaza (non-technique situations) have no assigned difficulty. They occur in under 0.1% of bouts.