Rank 二 · Beginner

Hand Toss

Toss the tama with the ken hand itself.

Difficulty Rung 6 of 6 on the Beginner ladder
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Toss the ball with the same hand that holds the ken, re-grip in the air, and catch on a cup. Awkward at first, but it teaches one-handed control nothing else does.

How it's done

  1. 一

    Hold the ken as normal.

  2. 二

    Pinch the tama lightly with the ken hand and toss it straight up.

  3. 三

    Reset your grip on the ken while the ball floats.

  4. 四

    Catch the falling ball on the big cup.