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Sumo: a Sport of Honor in Japan, What Is Its Origin?

Summary by Azteca Jalisco
The sumo is one of the oldest sports in Japan, and even if it seems like a simple fight, it is actually full of rituals, rules and symbolisms. Every detail counts: the weight of the wrestlers, their hairstyle, the movements before the combat. Everything makes sense and everything is regulated. This sport has deep roots in Shintoism, and seeing it is almost a sacred act. More than strength, there is history, respect and a very visual way to honor…
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The sumo is one of the oldest sports in Japan, and even if it seems like a simple fight, it is actually full of rituals, rules and symbolisms. Every detail counts: the weight of the wrestlers, their hairstyle, the movements before the combat. Everything makes sense and everything is regulated. This sport has deep roots in Shintoism, and seeing it is almost a sacred act. More than strength, there is history, respect and a very visual way to honor…

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Azteca Jalisco broke the news in on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
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