Changing of the guard at sumo's apex
The dohyo welcomes a new Yokozuna, and says goodbye to another. Shibuya Aki and Raja Pradhan look at what Hoshoryu will bring ...
The Japan News1d
Sumo Scene / Expectations High for Latest Pair of Brothers
A new tale of sumo brothers may be unfolding. At the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament, Chugo Saito, a product of powerhouse ...
Japan Today8d
Hoshoryu feels weight of responsibility ahead of yokozuna debut
New yokozuna Hoshoryu admitted feeling trepidation Tuesday after seeing his name on top of the official rankings for the first time ahead of the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka. The 25-year-old ...
The Japan News9d
Hoshoryu Feels Weight of Duty Ahead of Debut as Yokozuna
Hoshoryu’s name appeared in the yokozuna slot of the official rankings for the first time, and the Mongolian admits he’s ...
Sumo: Rankings for Spring Grand Sumo Tournament
Makuuchi division rankings for the March 9-23 Spring Grand Sumo Tournament at Edion Arena Osaka, released Tuesday by the ...
The Spun on MSN11d
'Unforgettable Performance' - Sumo's Yokozuna Deliberation Council Explains Hoshoryu Promotion
The end of the January grand sumo tournament was an absolute thriller as Hoshoryu won three straight matches on the final day ...
The Japan Times15d
What is the ceiling for sumo’s newest yokozuna?
The ceremonies are complete, the celebrations are done, and now it’s time for Hoshoryu to get down to the daily task of ...
Associated Press16d
Taliban representatives visit Tokyo for talks with Japanese officials
(AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi, File) Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year] TOKYO (AP) — Japanese officials said senior Taliban representatives were in the capital for talks, ...