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Sumo (Japanese: 相撲, Hepburn: sumō, Japanese pronunciation: [ˈsɯmoː], lit. 'striking one another')[ 1 ] is a form of competitive full-contact wrestling where a rikishi (wrestler) attempts to force his opponent out of a circular ring (dohyō) or into touching the ground with any body part other than the soles of his feet (usually by throwing, shovi...
Girth, grit and training can bring victory in Japan's most beloved traditional sport. Sumo wrestling dates back to Shinto ceremonies more than 1,000 years ol...
The following is an alphabetical list of all active professional sumo wrestlers in the top makuuchi division, and all those currently in lower divisions who have a Wikipedia article. Please refer to professional sumo divisions for more information about the separate divisions.
Sumo wrestlers are called rikishi fighters. They’re typically enrolled in a heya (sumo wrestling school) as teenagers and spend the rest of their career living, sleeping, and socializing with other members of the heya.
Today, elements of the Shinto religion remain an integral part of Sumo wrestling, while the sport’s greatest contenders are elevated to celebrity status. We take a look at the life and times of the biggest names in Sumo.
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In Japan, sumo wrestling was under Imperial patronage between 710 and 1185 and was a popular spectator sport. During this era it was refined from a brutal submission spectacle into a highly ritualized toppling match in which victory could be gained by forcing the opponent out of a 15-foot circle.
In the world of sumo wrestling, a sport deeply rooted in Japanese tradition and culture, four American-born wrestlers have left an indelible mark. Takamiyama, Konishiki, Akebono, and Musashimaru – all hailing from Hawaii – broke barriers and achieved remarkable success in Japan's national sport.
In Japan, sumo wrestling is still regarded as a priceless cultural artefact that represents tenacity, focus, and dedication. The 15 sumo wrestlers profiled in this article have demonstrated not just amazing athletic prowess but also a steadfast dedication to the sport and its illustrious traditions.
Chiyonofuji Mitsugu (Japanese: 千代の富士 貢, June 1, 1955 – July 31, 2016), born Mitsugu Akimoto (秋元 貢, Akimoto Mitsugu), was a Japanese professional sumo wrestler and the 58th yokozuna of the sport.