close ready stance (moa junbi sogi)

It is classified generally into types A,B,C and D.

Type A

The distance between the philtrum and the fists is about 30 centimeters.

Type B

The distance between the fists and the navel is about 15 centimeters.

Type C

The distance between the hands and the abdomen is about 10 centimeters.

Type D

The distance between the fists and thigh is about 30 centimeters.