, also spelled Katahajime, is a chokehold in judo.Mifune, Kyuzo: The Canon of Judo, Kodansha International Ltd. (Tokyo) 2004, , p. It is one of the twelve constriction techniques of Kodokan Judo in the Shime-waza list.
Description Kataha jime uses the lapel of the judo uniform to exert pressure on the carotid arteries (minimal pressure also being applied to the windpipe). The opponent's left arm is lifted and controlled as part of the technique.
Examples of contests this finished
See also The Canon Of Judo Tazmission, a professional wrestling variation, dubbed and utilized by retired professional wrestler Taz
References
External links Reverse Kataha jime from http://www.judoinfo.com Graphic from http://www.judoinfo.com/techdrw.htm Demonstrated from http://home01.wxs.nl/~venro011/movie.htm