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May 23, 2019
Sumo 101: Yobidashi (ring announcers)
The busiest men in sumo are the yobidashi (ring announcers).
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May 22, 2019
Sumo 101: Large rikishi
The first thing that comes to mind when people think of sumo is the size of the participants.
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May 21, 2019
Sumo 101: Small rikishi
Sumo has no weight classes.
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May 20, 2019
Sumo 101: Cancellations
Sumo tournaments are rarely canceled.
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May 19, 2019
Sumo 101: Tachiai
One of the first words every new sumo fan learns is tachiai.
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May 18, 2019
Sumo 101: Endorsements
One of the unique aspects of sumo's attire is a lack of associated wearable merchandise.
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May 17, 2019
Sumo 101: Online sumo games
Fantasy football is a multi-billion dollar business with millions of participants.
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May 16, 2019
Sumo 101: Injuries
One of the most surprising aspects of sumo for first-time watchers is the sheer violence of the sport.
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May 15, 2019
Sumo 101: Americans in sumo
There are two rikishi from the United States of America in sumo currently.
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May 14, 2019
Sumo 101: Impact of tourism
Sumo's popularity abroad has exploded over the past few years.

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