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I would like to know what a shinpan is looking for in a cut for it
to be awarded a yuko-datotsu. Is there more emphasis on the sound the shinai makes as it strikes the various points on the body? Is spirit, zanshin more important??
I once asked a experienced shinpan this question and he replied that he would award the point by placing himself in the position of the person receivng the cut and ask himself "would that have cut my armour?" If so he would award the point.

Look forward to some insights!
John W