Sumo Sport & Tradition on Apple Books
books.apple.com › us › bookJun 05, 2012 · This lighthearted guide to Japanese sumo is a great introduction to the sport for westerners. Author J.A. Sargeant, sports editor for the English-language, Asahi Evening News, realized that there were many foreigners who would enjoy Sumo more if they knew more of the essential facts about it.
international sumo federation
sumo.sport05.09.2019 · Sumo is competitive contact sport. A match is played between two players, designated East and West. They make the best possible use of the 4.55 meter diameter dohyo and fight, almost naked, using their full strength. Competitions are open to men and women, however, no contest between man and woman is allowed. NEWS
Sumo - Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SumoA professional sumo wrestler leads a highly regimented way of life. The Sumo Association prescribes the behavior of its wrestlers in some detail. For example, the association prohibits wrestlers from driving cars, although this is partly out of necessity as many wrestlers are too big to fit behind a steering wheel. Breaking the rules can result in fines and/or suspension for both the offending wrestler and his stablemaster.
Sumo - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org › wiki › SumoSumo wrestlers have a life expectancy between 60 and 65, more than 20 years shorter than the average Japanese male, as the diet and sport take a toll on the wrestler's body. Many develop type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure , and they are prone to heart attacks due to the enormous amount of body mass and fat that they accumulate.
Sumo: The History & Rules of Japan's National Sport ...
www.japanistry.com › sumoSumo is said to have its roots in a Shinto ritual dance where the most powerful men displayed their strength in front of the kami (gods or spirits) as a sign of respect and gratitude to bring in a good harvest. Later it was used as a way to compare strength and determine those fighters most adept in hand-to-hand combat.
international sumo federation
sumo.sportSep 05, 2019 · Sumo is competitive contact sport. A match is played between two players, designated East and West. They make the best possible use of the 4.55 meter diameter dohyo and fight, almost naked, using their full strength. Competitions are open to men and women, however, no contest between man and woman is allowed. NEWS