[5.1.1] Seiunchin Section-5 Kaishaku: Counter to a Reverse Punch

[Source:] AOKK Isshin-ryu Black-belt

[Rating:] AOKK Preferred Bunkai

Part-1 Attacker: Punches (or reaches for you)

Part-2 Defender: Intercepts Punch and Shuto Strikes

• Intercept the attacker’s punch or block with your rear-hand (RH) and use his/her forward momentum while stepping backwards into Seiuchin-dachi to reduce the power of the blow and increase your distance.
• Shuto strike the Clavicle, ribs, throat, or spear-finger strike under the adversary’s armpit. These are all lead hand strikes, and the target depends upon which direction the attacker’s arm is raised or lowered. (LH)

Part-3 Defender Palm-heel and Hammer-fist Strike

• Palm-heel strike to the right side of the attacker’s jaw. (LH)
• Maintain control, by grasping the attacker’s lapel (LH) [Left hand]
• Hammer-fist the attacker’s temple or brachial plexus. (RH)