Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces a historic decision at the Fukuoka sumo tournament. She may present the winner's ...
Yokozuna Onosato continued to make short work of his opponents at the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament on Wednesday, slapping ...
Japan's first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, is facing a major dilemma over whether to attend the closing ceremony of ...
Ozeki Kotozakura continued to struggle Tuesday at the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament, falling to 1-2 with his second straight ...
The Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament marks the end of the annual sumo wrestling circuit, held at the Fukuoka Kokusai Centre. This event features top-tier wrestlers, including the revered Yokozuna and ...
Professional sumo’s ring remains off-limits to women and girls — not by law, but by centuries of belief and tradition.
The world of sumo wrestling captivates audiences with its blend of tradition, athleticism, and competition. As fans eagerly tune in, NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a thrilling highlights program showcasing ...
Danilo Yavhushyshyn left his native Ukraine 3 1/2 years ago — just after Russia launched a full-scale invasion — and has ...
From sacred ritual to global sport, sumo’s 100-year journey mirrors Japan’s struggle between tradition and modernity—where gods, pride, and global identity collide in one ring.