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Nagete · Throwing techniques

Shitatenage下手投げ

throw with inside belt grip

Difficulty
4
Frequency
~2.8%
Category
Nagete投げ手
Technique demo
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Reference photo
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Mechanics

Variant of uwatenage with an inside grip (shitate — under the opponent's arm). The wrestler pulls the belt downward and turns, throwing the opponent.

Name breakdown
shitate — inside belt grip — under the opponent's arm · nage — throw
Hardest part
Keeping the inside grip without letting the opponent block the arm movement.
FAQ

Frequently asked about Shitatenage

What is Shitatenage?

Shitatenage (下手投げ) is a sumo technique from the Nagete group (Throwing techniques). Meaning: throw with inside belt grip.

How is Shitatenage performed?

Variant of uwatenage with an inside grip (shitate — under the opponent's arm). The wrestler pulls the belt downward and turns, throwing the opponent.

How difficult and common is Shitatenage?

Difficulty: 4/10. Frequency: approximately 2.8% of all decisions in professional sumo. The Nagete group accounts for about 15% of all wins.

What is the hardest part of Shitatenage?

Keeping the inside grip without letting the opponent block the arm movement.