HARAI MAKIKOMI Starting With Shoulder Control
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Standard Harai Makikomi
Genus払巻込(Harai Makikomi)
TraditionalTranslation: sweeping wraparound
Overview
Standard Harai Makikomi is the classical form in which tori enters as for harai goshi — turning in, sweeping uke's leg — but instead of staying upright, tori wraps their throwing arm tightly around uke and commits to a forward roll, carrying uke along in the rotation and landing with uke trapped underneath. [1],[2] The throw generates significant force and typically scores ippon when completed cleanly. [2],[3]
History & Origin
Effectiveness
Harai makikomi is a powerful sacrifice variation of harai goshi that adds the thrower's body weight to the throwing force by rolling into the opponent during the sweep. [1] The rolling action makes it extremely difficult to defend against once the entry is committed, though it carries risk of the thrower being trapped underneath. [2]
Lineage
Harai makikomi is classified in the Kodokan system as a yoko-sutemi-waza (side sacrifice technique), combining the harai goshi sweeping mechanics with a makikomi (winding) sacrifice entry. [1]
Competition Record
Makikomi techniques are frequently scored at IJF events, particularly by heavier-weight competitors who can use their body mass to amplify the rolling action. [1]
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — Pulling and lifting with the arms to load the opponent over the shoulder or upper back
Joints Involved — Attacker's shoulders (loading point), elbows (pulling action), hips (turning under the opponent)
Force Vector — Forward and downward rotation — the pulling arm creates circular momentum while the body turns underneath
Kuzushi (Off-balancing) — Forward — breaking the opponent's balance forward over their toes allows the turning entry
Position & Entry
From judo grip — Use push-pull timing (kuzushi) to catch the opponent as they step, sweep the support foot in the direction of their movement
From clinch (collar tie) — Push or pull to make the opponent step, sweep the stepping foot at the exact moment it lifts off the mat
Variants
Forward sweep — sweeping the foot in the direction the opponent is stepping
Rear sweep — sweeping the foot backward as the opponent retreats
Combination sweep — chaining sweeps to both feet
Counter sweep — timing the sweep as the opponent initiates their own attack
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
6
High6/10
Rolling sacrifice adds rotational momentum; uncontrolled landing risk
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Advanced
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
— IJF — Legal throwing technique
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDF— IBJJF — Legal at all belt levels
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— UWW — Legal in both freestyle and Greco-Roman
UWW International Wrestling Rules, January 2026PDF— Unified MMA — Legal throwing technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— ADCC — Legal
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF— FIAS Sport Sambo — Legal
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDF— FIAS Combat Sambo — Legal
FIAS Combat Sambo RulesPDFTraining Notes
✓Enter for harai goshi with a deep turn-in and leg sweep
✓When uke blocks by stiffening or stepping around, immediately wrap their arm by rolling your throwing-side shoulder over their gripped arm
✓Continue the leg sweep while falling forward-and-rolling — your body weight adds to the sweep's force
✓Roll through onto your side, bringing uke down with you — their trapped arm prevents escape
✓Land on your side, not flat on uke — controlled landing is essential
✓Follow through to a pin or groundwork transition immediately
✓Drill the harai goshi to harai makikomi transition repeatedly — the switch must become automatic
Common Mistakes
!Not establishing a real harai goshi first — the makikomi only works off a genuine throw attempt
!Wrapping the arm but not continuing the sweep — both elements are needed
!Rolling over uke's body instead of pulling them into the roll — they must roll with you
!Landing flat on uke — roll to the side for a controlled finish
!Losing the arm wrap during the roll — keep the arm pinned tightly
!Not following through to groundwork — you end up on the ground regardless, so transition immediately
!Telegraphing the makikomi by pausing before the roll — the transition must be instant
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Lower Centre of Gravity — bend knees and drop hips to make the throw harder to executeLift the Targeted Leg — raise the foot being attacked above the sweeping actionCounter-Throw — exploit the attacker's committed weight to throw them insteadGrip Break — deny the thrower their preferred gripping configurationStiff-Arm — maintain distance with straight arms to prevent the entry
Setup Chain
1Grip Setup (Kumi-kata) — establish the controlling grips needed for the throw
2Off-Balance (Kuzushi) — break the opponent's balance in the throwing direction
3Entry (Tsukuri) — position the body for the throw by turning, stepping, or loading
4Execution (Kake) — complete the throwing action with full commitment and follow-through
Sources & References
Primary Source
Kodokan Judo — Official Nage-waza Classification
1BookKodokan Judo — Official Nage-waza Classification
Traditional Judo throwing technique terminology (Kodokan Institute)
Official Kodokan ground technique classification system
Standard Japanese martial arts terminology (kanji/hiragana)
4OtherJapanese Martial Arts Standard Terminology (武道用語)
Established Japanese martial arts naming convention — native Japanese term (和語/漢語)
5CitationKodokan Judo — Official Nage-waza Classification
Traditional Judo throwing technique terminology (Kodokan Institute)
Community
Athletics
Requires
precise timing, ankle coordination, upper body kuzushi ability
Favours
excellent balance and quick reflexes
Key muscles
tibialis anterior, calves, hip rotators, forearms (grip)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I position my body to execute harai makikomi from shoulder control?
Slide around your opponent and trap their shoulder into your armpit while controlling their lapel or belt. This isolation of their shoulder prevents them from defending effectively, as noted by Steve Scott, who emphasizes that controlling the shoulder creates a stuck position for the entire side of their body.
When is harai makikomi most effective to throw?
Harai makikomi works well when your opponent is bent over, according to Steve Scott's instruction on the technique from shoulder control.
How does the Standard Harai Makikomi work?
Standard Harai Makikomi is the classical form in which tori enters as for harai goshi — turning in, sweeping uke's leg — but instead of staying upright, tori wraps their throwing arm tightly around uke and commits to a forward roll, carrying uke along in the rotation and landing with uke trapped underneath. The throw generates significant force and typically scores ippon when completed cleanly.
Where does the Standard Harai Makikomi come from?
The standard harai makikomi has been practised in Kodokan judo since the mid-20th century and is recognised as one of the sixty-seven throws in the revised Kodokan classification.
Is the Standard Harai Makikomi legal in competition?
IJF: legal — Legal throwing technique; IBJJF: legal — Legal at all belt levels; UWW: legal — Legal in both freestyle and Greco-Roman; Unified MMA: legal — Legal throwing technique; ADCC: legal — Legal; FIAS Sport Sambo: legal — Legal; FIAS Combat Sambo: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the Standard Harai Makikomi?
Danger rating 6/10. High — rolling sacrifice adds rotational momentum; uncontrolled landing risk
How do I set up the Standard Harai Makikomi?
The standard setup chain: Grip Setup (Kumi-kata) → Off-Balance (Kuzushi) → Entry (Tsukuri) → Execution (Kake).
How do I defend against the Standard Harai Makikomi?
Standard counters include: Lower Centre of Gravity — bend knees and drop hips to make the throw harder to execute / Lift the Targeted Leg — raise the foot being attacked above the sweeping action / Counter-Throw — exploit the attacker's committed weight to throw them instead / Grip Break — deny the thrower their preferred gripping configuration.
What are the variants of the Standard Harai Makikomi?
Common variants: Forward sweep (sweeping the foot in the direction the opponent is stepping); Rear sweep (sweeping the foot backward as the opponent retreats); Combination sweep (chaining sweeps to both feet); Counter sweep (timing the sweep as the opponent initiates their own attack).
How effective is the Standard Harai Makikomi in competition?
Makikomi techniques are frequently scored at IJF events, particularly by heavier-weight competitors who can use their body mass to amplify the rolling action.
What are common mistakes when doing the Standard Harai Makikomi?
Top errors to watch for: Not establishing a real harai goshi first — the makikomi only works off a genuine throw attempt / Wrapping the arm but not continuing the sweep — both elements are needed / Rolling over uke's body instead of pulling them into the roll — they must roll with you / Landing flat on uke — roll to the side for a controlled finish.
What are other names for the Standard Harai Makikomi?
The Standard Harai Makikomi is also known as Harai Makikomi, Classical Sweeping Winding Throw, Standard Hip Sweep Wrap-Around.