In Japanese martial arts, the term Atemi designates blows to the body, as opposed to twisting of joints, strangleholds, holding techniques and throws. An atemi can be a complete technique in of its self, and are also often used to briefly break an opponent's balance and/or concentration. A painful but non-fatal blow to an area such as the eyes, face, or some vulnerable part of the abdomen can open the way for a more damaging techniques, such as a throw or joint lock. Even if the blow does not land, the opponent can be distracted, and may instinctively contort their body (e.g., jerking their head back from a face strike) in such a way that they lose their balance.

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