Tegatana-ganmen-uchi

Key Points

Purpose

Handsword chop to face, ear, or neck

Timing

When opponent's face or neck is exposed

Step-by-Step Execution

Follow these steps to perform the Tegatana-ganmen-uchi correctly

1. 1

   Hold striking hand as in Tegatana-sakotsu-uchi position

   ▸Same starting position

2. 2

   Bring hand swiftly down across face, ear, or neck of opponent

   ▸Elbow should be slightly bent at moment of contact

   Final

Prerequisites

• Tegatana
• Tegatana-sakotsu-uchi