ZNKR IAI

Detecting the harmful intention of the person behind you, forestall it by using the sword tip to cut their temple in a horizontal action and then bring the sword downwards from above the head in a vertical action.

a] Face the front then turn 180 degrees clockwise by crossing the left foot over the right to face the opposite direction and sit down in Seiza. Gently take hold of the sword with both hands and release it in the same manner as previously described in Mae. As you pull out the sword raise your body and make an anti-clockwise turn to the left using your right knee as an axis. Ensure the right leg is in a straight line before the left foot finishes its movement. Face the opponent, place the left foot in the correct position and aim a cut at their temple.

b] The following movements are the same as found in Mae, but done with the left foot forwards. After Kirioroshi, Chiburi and Noto take Taito Shisei.

c] Return to your original starting position taking three steps back beginning with your left foot.