Hatakikomi Is More Than ‘Moving Aside’: Watch the Final Two Steps
Hatakikomi is a slap-down: as a low, charging…
Hakkeyoi and Nokotta: Hear the Shape of a Sumo Bout
The referee’s *hakkeyoi* is not the equ…
Why Sumo Referees Are Named Kimura or Shikimori
In the Japan Sumo Association directory check…
What Does a Sumo Referee’s Gunbai Actually Do?
The *gunbai* is the rigid fan carried by a su…
How a Gyoji’s Outfit Reveals His Rank: Colors, Tabi and Sandals
Sumo referees do not all wear an identical un…
Fusensho, Fusenpai and Kyujo: Sumo’s No-show Results Explained
Kyujo describes a wrestler’s absence from tou…
Fukuoka Sumo with Children: Nursing Room, Stroller and Break Planning
Updated diaper-changing details, group-ticket…
Fukuoka Sumo by Wheelchair: Tickets, Companion Seating and Transport Checks
The current Fukuoka price sheet lists a ¥10,0…
Sumiyoshi Shrine on a Fukuoka Sumo Trip: Find the Wrestler Statue
Sumiyoshi Shrine is a good single stop for a …
Fukuoka Sumo with an Older Parent: A Lower-Stamina Day Plan
When you visit with an older parent—or anyone…