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SUMO / Basho reports
May 18, 2019
Kakuryu, Tochinoshin tied for lead
Yokozuna Kakuryu and sekiwake Tochinoshin stayed undefeated Saturday to remain joint leaders of the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament.
Japan Times
SUMO
May 18, 2019
Sumo 101: Endorsements
One of the unique aspects of sumo's attire is a lack of associated wearable merchandise.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
May 17, 2019
Title chase down to two unbeatens
Sekiwake Tochinoshin survived a trial of endurance on Friday to remain in a tie with yokozuna Kakuryu after both men collected wins on Day 6 of the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament.
Japan Times
SUMO
May 17, 2019
Sumo 101: Online sumo games
Fantasy football is a multi-billion dollar business with millions of participants.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
May 16, 2019
Trio tied for lead at Summer Basho
Yokozuna Kakuryu and sekiwake Tochinoshin each won on Day 5 of the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament on Thursday to retain their share of the lead.
Japan Times
SUMO
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.
Japan Times
SUMO
May 16, 2019
Knee injury forces Takakeisho out of Summer Basho
New ozeki Takakeisho has pulled out of the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament due to a right-knee injury, the Japan Sumo Association said Thursday.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
May 15, 2019
Kakuryu wins 4th; ozeki rebound
Lone yokozuna Kakuryu maintained his pursuit of a sixth top-level title Wednesday by beating Endo on Day 4 of the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament.
Japan Times
SUMO
May 15, 2019
Sumo 101: Americans in sumo
There are two rikishi from the United States of America in sumo currently.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
May 14, 2019
Kakuryu wins as three ozeki beaten
Yokozuna Kakuryu earned his third straight win on Tuesday and gained some breathing room as all three ozeki were defeated on Day 3 of the 15-day Summer Grand Sumo Tournament.
Japan Times
SUMO
May 14, 2019
Sumo 101: Impact of tourism
Sumo's popularity abroad has exploded over the past few years.
Japan Times
SUMO
May 13, 2019
Sumo 101: Amateur sumo
What do Takakeisho, Tochinoshin and Mitakeumi have in common, apart from recently becoming first-time winners of the Emperor's Cup?
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
May 13, 2019
Favorites cruise on Day 2 of tourney
Lone yokozuna Kakuryu stayed unbeaten Monday at the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament, cruising to victory over rank-and-file opponent Hokutofuji.
Japan Times
SUMO
May 13, 2019
Donald Trump to present trophy to winner of Summer Grand Sumo Tournament
U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the ongoing Summer Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan later this month and present a newly made trophy to the winner, sources at the Japan Sumo Association said Sunday.
Japan Times
SUMO
May 12, 2019
Sumo 101: Ichimon
Sumo's family unit is the stable.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
May 12, 2019
Kakuryu gets off to winning start
Kakuryu kicked off the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament on a winning note Sunday, collecting an opening-day victory in front of a sellout crowd at the first basho of Japan's new imperial era.
Japan Times
SUMO
May 9, 2019
Kakuryu emerges as clear favorite to capture title
Gambling on sumo, like most sports in Japan, is illegal.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
May 9, 2019
Sumo attracts famous politicians seeking public affection, attention
U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to attend the final day of the upcoming Summer Grand Sumo Tournament.
Japan Times
SUMO
May 9, 2019
Hakuho pulls out of Summer Basho with arm injury
Yokozuna Hakuho, who was diagnosed with a torn biceps tendon after winning his 42nd title in March, has withdrawn from the upcoming Summer Grand Sumo Tournament, his stablemaster Miyagino said Thursday.
Japan Times
SUMO / In Pictures
May 3, 2019
In pictures: A visit to Naruto Beya
In late April, Japan Times sports-desk staff dropped in on a training session — called keiko or asageiko in Japanese — at Naruto Beya, a sumo stable in Sumida Ward established in 2017 by former ozeki Kotooshu. Here are a few of the highlights.
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The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail
A worker at Sakai Seisakusyo prepares to transport metal rods at its factory in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, on July 8.
Trump makes his grand RNC entrance with a bandaged ear and a VP pick
Former U.S. President Donald Trump during the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Monday
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
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How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
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Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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