Butsumetsu 仏滅
Butsumetsu position in TCJ (1983). Red added for clarity.
Butsumetsu position on the anatomical image.
“Buddha’s death anniversary” / “very unlucky day“
[Kyūsho point]
Hatsumi, TCJ (1983)
両脇肋骨三枚四ケ所。
Ryōwaki rokkotsu san-mai shikasho.
Translation: Side ribs - 3rd and 4rth.
Tips from the Masters
Kühn: The "free rib", area of the short ribs, at the side and at the back.
Momot: the nerves of the torso in front and back.
Cousergue: the whole area from the nipple to the side not protected by a yoroi.