Sumo originated in Japan, the only country where it is practised professionally and where it is considered the national sport. [2][3] It is considered a gendai budō, which refers to modern Japanese …

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The rules of sumo are simple. A rikishi (wrestler) wins a bout by forcing his opponent out of the ring or by making him touch the ground with any part of the body except the soles of the feet ...

Jan 30, 2026 · Professional sumo wrestling in Japan dates from the revival of public matches after 1600 and is often called the Japanese national sport. Six great championships are held annually, attracting …

Sumo (相撲, sumō) is a Japanese style of wrestling and Japan's national sport. It originated in ancient times as a performance to entertain the Shinto deities. Many rituals with religious background, such …

Nov 16, 2025 · Sumo is a sport where two opponents donning “mawashi” loincloths around their waists grapple against each other in a clay-filled ring, or dohyo. The aim of the game is to push or throw …

Dec 24, 2024 · Sumo is an exciting style of wrestling unique to Japan, and often called the country's national sport. These heavyweight bouts were mentioned in ancient Japanese writings as early as …