Do-senno-men

is shown in plate 147 and as the attacking Shinai swings across to the left the Men is exposed. The illustration shows clearly the method of carrying the Shinai off after cutting and dashing past to the left.

In these techniques it must be remembered that the opponent is himself leaping forward and our own attack is very short, often a mere quarter step. This idea of distance is essential to keep the delivery within the Dage-kibu (striking base).