Morihiro Saito, 9th dan, teaches the fundamentals of nikyo

In this video taken from “Morihiro Saito: Lost Seminars, Volume 4,“ Saito Sensei explains in detail the fine points of Aikido’s nikyo. This wrist pressure application is one of the most effective techniques in aikido, but takes great skill to be able to apply effectively. This video clip gives an excellent insight into how to successfully apply this difficult technique. For more information: