⚠️ SAFETY NOTICE
This submission can cause LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS and NECK INJURY if applied improperly.
- Injury Risks: Loss of consciousness (4-10 seconds), neck strain from rotation, cervical spine stress
- Application Speed: SLOW and progressive. 3-5 seconds minimum. This is a CHOKE, not a CRANK.
- Tap Signals: Verbal “tap”, physical tap with free hand/feet
- Release Protocol: Release arm pressure immediately, loosen grip, roll off opponent’s back, monitor partner
- Training Requirement: Intermediate level with front headlock experience
- Never: Crank the neck explosively or maintain pressure after tap
Remember: Apply compression to carotids, NOT rotation to neck. Your training partner trusts you with their safety.
Overview
The Japanese Necktie is a blood choke from front headlock positions where the attacker threads their arm under the opponent’s trapped arm to create bilateral carotid compression. The technique requires precise positioning to function as a choke rather than a dangerous neck crank.
From Front Headlock, the submission becomes available when the opponent turtles and their arm can be trapped. The attacker positions perpendicular to create compression rather than rotational force.
Success Rates: Beginner 25%, Intermediate 45%, Advanced 65%
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