UCHI MAKIKOMI
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Uchi Makikomi (Inner Winding Throw) is a throw that is not often practiced but part of Judo's syllabus of throwing techn…
Uchi Makikomi
SubFamily内巻込(Uchi Makikomi)
TraditionalTranslation: inner wraparound
Overview
Uchi Makikomi is an inner winding throw in which tori wraps their arm around uke's body from the inside — threading the arm under uke's armpit — and then drops into a rolling sacrifice to bring uke to the ground. [1],[2] The 'uchi' (inner) label distinguishes it from soto makikomi, with the wrapping action occurring on the inside of uke's body rather than over the top. [2],[3] Uchi makikomi is particularly effective when tori has an underhook position and can generate significant rotational force. [3]
History & Origin
Effectiveness
Uchi makikomi (inner winding throw) winds the opponent from the inside using an arm-lock grip combined with a rolling sacrifice. [1]
Lineage
Uchi makikomi is part of the Kodokan judo yoko-sutemi-waza syllabus. [1]
Competition Record
Uchi makikomi is scored in IJF competition. [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 — Break opponent's balance in the intended direction, place foot on their hip or thigh, fall backward while pulling them over
From clinch — During a grip exchange, sacrifice balance by falling deliberately while using body weight to project the opponent
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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
✓Uchi makikomi (inner winding throw) wraps uke from the inside and rolls to throw — the 'inner' version of the makikomi series (Kashiwazaki, 1992)
✓From an underhook position, wrap uke's body and roll forward — the underhook controls their upper body
✓Enter like uchi mata or sode tsurikomi goshi, then add the forward roll when uke blocks the throw
✓The inner wrap gives excellent chest-to-chest contact, making this throw very hard to defend once committed
✓Uchi makikomi is particularly effective in close-gripping situations where uke is head-to-head with you
✓Keep the rolling direction diagonal — across uke's body, not straight ahead
✓In competition, uchi makikomi is a reliable high-score technique because the wrap ensures uke goes with you
Common Mistakes
!Confusing uchi makikomi with soto makikomi — uchi wraps from inside (underhook), soto from outside (overhook)
!Not getting deep enough inside position before rolling — the inner wrap requires close proximity
!Rolling without body-to-body contact — you must be pressed against uke throughout
!Losing the underhook grip during the roll — it must stay locked
!Not pulling uke's sleeve arm during the roll — the hikite guides their fall direction
!Rolling flat forward instead of diagonally — diagonal gives better throwing angle
!Not following up with groundwork after the throw — use the dominant position you land in
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
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
5Fall (Sutemi) — commit body weight to the ground to generate throwing force
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
commitment, timing, body weight manipulation, falling skill
Favours
heavier build (body weight drives the throw), good ukemi
Key muscles
core rotators, hip flexors, abdominals
Sub-techniques
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the key body position to set up an uchi makikomi?
You want to get approximately 90 degrees from your opponent, and adopting a horse stance gives you a stable base from which to execute the technique.
How do I finish an uchi makikomi if my opponent is resisting?
According to DadBod Judo, if you get blocked a couple times, take your opponent's weight backwards and come in halfway rather than circling all the way in; wrap your leg around the inside of theirs and sit to your butt while pulling down in a quick jerking motion.
How does the Uchi Makikomi work?
Uchi Makikomi is an inner winding throw in which tori wraps their arm around uke's body from the inside — threading the arm under uke's armpit — and then drops into a rolling sacrifice to bring uke to the ground. The 'uchi' (inner) label distinguishes it from soto makikomi, with the wrapping action occurring on the inside of uke's body rather than over the top.
Where does the Uchi Makikomi come from?
Uchi makikomi emerged as a complementary technique to soto makikomi within judo's makikomi family, offering an alternative entry when the outside wrap is unavailable. The technique has been widely used in both judo and sambo competition.
Is the Uchi 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 Uchi Makikomi?
Danger rating 6/10. High — rolling sacrifice adds rotational momentum; uncontrolled landing risk
How do I set up the Uchi Makikomi?
The standard setup chain: Grip Setup (Kumi-kata) → Off-Balance (Kuzushi) → Entry (Tsukuri) → Execution (Kake) → Fall (Sutemi).
How do I defend against the Uchi Makikomi?
Standard counters include: Lower Centre of Gravity — bend knees and drop hips to make the throw harder to execute / Grip Break — deny the thrower their preferred gripping configuration / Stiff-Arm — maintain distance with straight arms to prevent the entry.
What are the variants of the Uchi Makikomi?
Common variants: Rear sacrifice (falling backward while pulling the opponent over); Side sacrifice (falling to the side to project the opponent laterally); Rolling sacrifice (combining a roll with the sacrifice throw for rotation); Counter sacrifice (using the opponent's forward pressure as the driving force).
How effective is the Uchi Makikomi in competition?
Uchi makikomi is scored in IJF competition.
What are common mistakes when doing the Uchi Makikomi?
Top errors to watch for: Confusing uchi makikomi with soto makikomi — uchi wraps from inside (underhook), soto from outside (overhook) / Not getting deep enough inside position before rolling — the inner wrap requires close proximity / Rolling without body-to-body contact — you must be pressed against uke throughout / Losing the underhook grip during the roll — it must stay locked.
What are other names for the Uchi Makikomi?
The Uchi Makikomi is also known as Inner Winding Throw, Inside Wrap-Around, Uchi Makikomi, Inner Rolling Throw.