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  1. Sumo - Wikipedia

    Sumo originated in Japan, the only country where it is practised professionally and where it is considered the national sport. [2][3] It is considered a gendai budō, which refers to modern …

  2. Nihon Sumo Kyokai Official Grand Sumo Home Page

    番付の即日発表や相撲歴史文化等、最新情報提供中。

  3. Sumo | Japanese culture, ritual, history | Britannica

    Nov 26, 2025 · Professional sumo wrestling in Japan dates from the revival of public matches after 1600 and is often called the Japanese national sport. Six great championships are held …

  4. Sumo: Japan's Ancient Form of Wrestling - World History ...

    Apr 7, 2017 · Sumo (Ozumo) is an ancient form of wrestling which has long been the national sport of Japan. Its origins go back to the Yayoi period (c. 300 BCE - c. 300 CE...

  5. Sumo for the Win: Japan's National Obsession with Deep ...

    Dec 24, 2024 · Sumo is an exciting style of wrestling unique to Japan, and often called the country's national sport. These heavyweight bouts were mentioned in ancient Japanese …

  6. World Championship Sumo to debut at Westchester County Center

    3 days ago · World Championship Sumo debuts at Westchester County Center on Jan. 30. The competition surface is an 18-foot circle called the dohyo. There are 82 confirmed winning …

  7. Sumo - What is sumo and how to watch it in Japan

    Sumo (相撲, sumō) is a Japanese style of wrestling and Japan's national sport. It originated in ancient times as a performance to entertain the Shinto deities. Many rituals with religious …