O-soto-makikomi 大外巻込

Major Outer Wraparound Throw

Classification: Sacrifice Technique (Sutemi-waza) – Side (Yoko-sutemi)
Group: Shinmeisho no Waza (Newly Accepted Techniques by the Kodokan)

Description

A dynamic sacrifice throw that begins as a failed or resisted O-soto-gari (major outer reap). When the initial reap is blocked or ineffective, tori transitions by releasing their grip on uke’s collar and wrapping their arm over uke’s arm and shoulder—effectively binding uke’s upper body against their own. Tori then rotates powerfully and falls sideways or slightly forward, dragging uke down in a spiral motion, often with significant impact.

This technique exploits uke’s reaction to a resisted attack and uses the principle of commitment: if uke defends, tori escalates the motion and converts it into a powerful wraparound throw.

Biomechanics of O-soto-makikomi

• Type: Couple (Re + F3)

• Force components:

  • Re: The upper body is driven backward through strong pulling or pushing motion.

  • F3: The support leg (uke’s leg) is swept away in the opposite direction using the back of tori’s leg.

• Key Element:
  Tori fully commits by falling together with uke—this is what classifies the technique as a sutemi-waza. The entangling of uke’s arm prevents escape and locks uke’s upper body into the throwing motion.

• Rotational Force:
  A strong centrifugal force is generated by tori’s wrapping motion, creating a spiral trajectory for uke.

Did you know?

The word Makikomi (巻込) means “wraparound” or “to roll in.”
In the case of O-soto-makikomi, the throw builds on the standard O-soto-gari, but when uke resists the sweep or shifts weight to block it, tori wraps around and commits fully to bring uke down with force.

Makikomi-waza are among the most visually dramatic throws in judo due to the full-body sacrifice. They’re also high-risk, high-reward: if mistimed, they can leave tori vulnerable.

One of the most famous applications of O-soto-makikomi in competition was by Kosei Inoue, whose dynamic and committed throw styles, including this technique, contributed to his legendary status in judo.