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The Kamikaze Notrump (or the mini notrump) is a 1NT opening bid that shows a balanced hand with 10-12 HCP. Since it is such a weak opening bid, subject to frequent penalty doubles by the opponents, an escape system such as Meckwell Escapes or Touching Escapes is a necessary adjunct.

If integrating the Kamikaze notrump into your system, it is also important to consider its effect on natural sequences such as

1 : 1
1NT/2NT

1NT here normally shows around 12-14 HCP, while 2NT would show around 18-19 HCP; the 15-17 HCP between the two rebids must be resolved in one way or another.