Sumo wrestlers soak in your teacup with cute tea bags sold by Japan Sumo Association
On November 13th, 2022, the Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho kicked off in Fukuoka, Japan. At Fukuoka Kokusai Center, where the basho is being held,…
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Big chonk cat in Japan wows with adorably imposing sumo wrestler pose
Even if you live with them for a long time, cats have a way of surprising their owners–sometimes at their least photogenic moments. Shioyama (@mt_fujimaru)…
1-year-old impresses with adorable technique in sumo wrestling debut
Never underestimate the strength of a toddler. That may have been what Akiyoshi Nagai (@rien0514) was thinking when he watched his 1-year-old son make his…
Treat your meal like a sumo ring with sumo wrestler salt shaker and more from Japanese brand
Japanese variety brand Felissimo are known for their charming, cute and eccentric creations. In particular their ‘You+More!’ range is home to some very unique items….
Grand Sumo Tournament aims to inspire young fans with Pokemon Collaboration
In face of the country’s fixation on baseball, the title of Japan’s official national sport belongs to sumo. With prehistoric wall paintings suggesting the martial…
Retired Yokozuna Hakuho Left an Indelible Mark on Sumo
The all-time winningest rikishi’s longevity at the top and work ethic triggered admiration from his peers and former standouts. Ed Odeven, JAPAN Forward More than…
“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…
Sumo-themed Airbnb apartment from MOSHI MOSHI ROOMS comes with a Sentō-style bath
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…
Big Chonk Shiba Inu Turns Into Sumo Dog While Answering The Call Of Nature
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…
Let’s All Take A Moment And Appreciate How Sumo Wrestlers Sign Autographs
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…
Sumo Wrestler Turns Into Flabby Bird In Indoor Skydiving Center’s Promotional Video
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…
Japanese Schoolgirls Show Off 82 Sumo Wrestling Techniques In Uniform
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…
Sumo Wrestler Eats Brutal Knockout And Goes Straight To Dream Street
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…
Sumo Wrestler Shows Off His Taiko Master Skills With Therapeutic Striking In Sumo Thong
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…
Sumo Wrestler Performs Ring Entrance Ceremony While Skydiving From 4,000 Meters (With A Referee)
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)…