Kihonwaza · Basic techniques

Oshitaoshi押し倒し

frontal knock-down without belt grip

Technique demo

Reference photo

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This clip also covers: Oshidashi

Mechanics

Variant of oshidashi: the push causes the opponent to fall onto the dohyō or outside the ring rather than stepping out upright.

Name breakdown

oshi — continuous push (constant contact) · taoshi — forcing the opponent down onto the dohyō

What is Oshitaoshi?

Oshitaoshi (押し倒し) is a sumo technique from the Kihonwaza group (Basic techniques). Meaning: frontal knock-down without belt grip.

How is Oshitaoshi performed?

Variant of oshidashi: the push causes the opponent to fall onto the dohyō or outside the ring rather than stepping out upright.

How difficult and common is Oshitaoshi?

Difficulty: 2/10. Frequency: approximately 2% of all decisions in professional sumo. The Kihonwaza group accounts for about 61% of all wins.