Yoshimitsu sidestep answer for ws1 - Matchups.gg

Sidestep note

Kuma matchup answer

As Yoshimitsu against Kuma, sidestep or sidewalk either direction against ws1,2 (Killing Claws), then punish with with. kincho B2 1.

Game: Tekken 8
Opponent: Kuma
Player character: Yoshimitsu
Category: Sidestep
Data version: Season 3 / v3.00.02
Last updated: 2026-05-24

Source: YouTube: All Strings you can Sidestep against Kuma

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