3-3 point low approach
To play here is actually a little heavy in feeling, compared with the approach at a.
Therefore one should presume is played for a reason relating to the joseki context: some strength for White in the direction of one set at least of the marked points.
![[Diagram]](../../diagrams/2/3eda58f322128bab9cf5bbc78d9ba750.png)
Perhaps White can make a short extension
Supposing in answer, White wouldn't be so happy simply playing back to b: Black might be able to attack these stones later. White's idea may be that
is possible as shown, if backed up by a thick position in the upper right.
![[Diagram]](../../diagrams/28/89e53822384e9f539b9301f4d500ecf4.png)
Perhaps Black will play low
Black is reluctant to play . But if White is strong on the left side, it may be a good idea. Just looking at this corner Black has more territory, and sente.
It is commented at 3-5 point distant low approach that this result isn't quite satisfactory for Black. So White can be reasonably pleased at this outcome.