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[edit] Yokomen-uchi

A diagonal strike to the side of the head.

[edit] Tips

• As with shomenuchi, extending the fingers and "energizing" the hand will increase the power.
• Make sure that it clearly comes from the side, and uses a turning body movement to strengthen this aspect. (Some styles may ask the student to start the attack as with shomenuchi, only attacking the side once weight is fully committed to the attack.)