“Made in Abyss” fan sumo wrestler Shodai wins tournament, praise from creator A. Tsukushi
Perhaps with the exception of fans of the sumo-themed anime Hinomaru Sumo, the Venn diagram between anime lovers and sumo fans is rather slim. But…
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Perhaps with the exception of fans of the sumo-themed anime Hinomaru Sumo, the Venn diagram between anime lovers and sumo fans is rather slim. But…
Asobi Systems’ MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON project, which aims to spread and promote Harajuku’s kawaii pop culture throughout the world, launched a unique and very popular…
Japanese Twitter’s viral “muscle fox” and “right hook dog” may have just found a fitting rival for a triple threat death match. They may have…
As very modest compensation for their grueling training and dedicated lifestyles, sumo wrestlers enjoy a bit of a revered status in Japan, and along with…
Ever since the first recreational vertical wind tunnel opened in Las Vegas in 1982, it has been possible to enjoy the thrill of “flying” without…
We’ve seen Japanese schoolgirls throw down with sumo wrestlers before in order to get their hands on some ramen, but this promotional video for the…
We’ve been happy to look at the lighter side of sumo wrestling before, whether it be dominating arcade taiko games or skydiving with an official…
If you’re familiar with Japanese taiko, and the disciplined art form of performing with them, then you’ve likely seen video game fans really get into…
Promotional stunts usually feel a bit tacky, but if yours involves a sumo wrestler skydiving from 4000 meters while a gyoji (a traditional sumo referee)…
Very few things are as calming and soul-centering as a nice hot cup of authentic green tea. But sometimes you may find yourself feeling as…
It’s common for celebrities to sign their signatures through handwriting, but not for Japanese sumo wrestlers. They have their own style to serve their truthful…
The final day of the grand sumo championship was held on January 24. Kotoshogiku had beaten the final match to become the first Japanese sumo…
On January 21, 2016, the 12th day of the Grand Sumo Tournament (January season) was held. Ozeki-ranked Japanese sumo rikishi Kokushochiku has been on a…
Japan is rife with video and online games, from the amazing to the downright weird. Well, one website called Umabi — A Guide for Keiba…
A short video originating from Japan recently had been viewed over a million times. It’s a sprint by sumo wrestlers… here goes: Faster than you’d…