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Tokushuwaza · Special techniques

Okuritsuriotoshi送り吊り落とし

rear lift-down

Difficulty
5
Frequency
≤0.1%
Category
Tokushuwaza特殊技
Technique demo
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Reference photo
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Mechanics

The wrestler lifts the opponent by the mawashi from behind and drops him onto the dohyō.

Name breakdown
okuri — push from behind · otoshi — dropping the opponent downward
FAQ

Frequently asked about Okuritsuriotoshi

What is Okuritsuriotoshi?

Okuritsuriotoshi (送り吊り落とし) is a sumo technique from the Tokushuwaza group (Special techniques). Meaning: rear lift-down.

How is Okuritsuriotoshi performed?

The wrestler lifts the opponent by the mawashi from behind and drops him onto the dohyō.

How difficult and common is Okuritsuriotoshi?

Difficulty: 5/10. Frequency: approximately 0.1% of all decisions in professional sumo. The Tokushuwaza group accounts for about 16% of all wins.