Kainahineri腕捻り
two-handed arm twist
- Difficulty
- 4
- Frequency
- ≤0.1%
- Category
- Hinerite捻り手
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Mechanics
The wrestler wraps both arms around the opponent's outstretched arm and, levering through his own arm, forces him to fall onto the dohyō. Similar to tottari but with a different body alignment.
Frequently asked about Kainahineri
What is Kainahineri?
Kainahineri (腕捻り) is a sumo technique from the Hinerite group (Twisting techniques). Meaning: two-handed arm twist.
How is Kainahineri performed?
The wrestler wraps both arms around the opponent's outstretched arm and, levering through his own arm, forces him to fall onto the dohyō. Similar to tottari but with a different body alignment.
How difficult and common is Kainahineri?
Difficulty: 4/10. Frequency: approximately 0.1% of all decisions in professional sumo. The Hinerite group accounts for about 6% of all wins.