gaeshi 返
counter
Also: counter, reversal, return
Action
Japanese term meaning "return," "counter," or "reversal". In the context of martial arts, particularly Judo, "gaeshi" refers to a technique used to counter or reverse an opponent's attack.

Techniques Using "gaeshi"

Tsubame Gaeshi (燕返し)
Literal: swallow + counter
Components: tsubame gaeshi
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Tawara Gaeshi (俵返し)
Literal: rice bag / straw bale + counter
Components: tawara gaeshi
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Sumi Gaeshi (隅返)
Literal: corner + counter
Components: sumi gaeshi
Hikikomi Gaeshi (引き込み返し)
Literal: tree + counter
Components: ki gaeshi
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Ankle Pick (踵返)
Literal: heel + counter
Components: kibisu gaeshi
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O Uchi Gaeshi (大内返)
Literal: major + inner + counter
Components: o uchi gaeshi
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Uchi Mata Gaeshi (内股返)
Literal: inner + inner thigh + counter
Components: uchi mata gaeshi
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O Soto Gaeshi (大外返)
Literal: major + outer + counter
Components: o soto gaeshi
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throw
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sweep
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drop
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