Category: Movement/Tai Sabaki

The general Japanese term for “directions” is Hōgaku — 方角. It can mean directions, orientation, or bearings. It’s used for cardinal directions, positioning in space, or orientation on a map. Related Terms Hōkō (方向) — direction / orientation / heading…

Ashisabaki (足捌き) is a standard Japanese budō term meaning “footwork.” It refers to the coordinated, efficient movement of the feet used to: maintain balance, control maai (間合い, distance), generate power, evade attacks, enter or turn smoothly (irimi/tenkan). It is one…

Koshi mawashi (腰回し) is a widely used Japanese term, both in martial arts and general body movement training. In budō and traditional martial arts, koshi mawashi refers to the rotational movement of the hips — generating power, balance, and connection…