6 Osoto Gari Variations You Should Know

🥋 6 Osoto Gari Variations You Should Know Many judoka think Osoto Gari is just one basic throw — step in, reap, and hope it works. But at a higher level, Osoto Gari changes depending on grips, distance, posture, and reaction. In this video, I break down 6 essential Osoto Gari variations that Japanese judoka actually use in real randori and competition. These aren’t random techniques — each variation solves a specific situation. 🧠 Why variations matter If you only know one Osoto Gari, you’ll try to force it — and good opponents won’t fall. But when you understand multiple variations, you stop forcing throws and start choosing the right Osoto for the situation. This approach is commonly taught in Japan, but rarely explained clearly overseas. Master these variations, and Osoto Gari becomes a reliable weapon, not a gamble. ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:17 – Basic Osotogari 02:09 – My favorite Osotogari 03:37 – Hopping Osotogari 05:00 – Osotogari (Dominant Hikite position) 05:57 – Kenka Yotsu Osotogari (Inside grip) 07:37– Kenka Yotsu Osotogari (Outside grip) 📍 Based in New York City? I offer private judo lessons and customized training sessions. 📧 Book a lesson or seminar: https://gunjijudoacademy.carrd.co/ 📲 Follow me for more content: Instagram:   / ken_judo_nyc   TikTok:   / ken_judo_nyc   Website: https://gunjijudoacademy.carrd.co/ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more deep-dive judo content! #Judo #Ippon #JudoMindset #bjj #jiujitsu #Ippon #Randori #UchiMata #GunjiJudoAcademy #MartialArts #柔道 #一本 #メンタル #Judoka #gripfighting #osotogari