Sumopedia
★ 9.0 1 Season EN
Documentary
Sumopedia offers short videos to enrich your sumo experience. Learn about techniques, traditions, and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple, but the more you know, the more you see.
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Ep 1
Yokozuna
The host presents some interesting facts and stories about Yokozuna, the top rank of all …
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Ep 2
Tachiai (Initial Charge)
In sumo, the tachiai (initial charge) can have a big impact on the outcome of …
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Ep 3
Techniques
Here are a few of the 82 recognized winning techniques used in Grand Sumo.
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Ep 4
Gyoji
The gyoji plays several indispensable roles during a sumo tournament.
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Ep 5
Chanko-nabe
Chanko-nabe is a hearty meal that builds the massive bodies of sumo wrestlers and gives …
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Ep 6
Kokugikan
The Kokugikan is a sports stadium in Tokyo where Grand Sumo tournaments are held several …
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Ep 7
Dohyo
The dohyo is the sacred ring where sumo wrestlers face off during tournaments.
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Ep 8
Rituals in the Sumo Ring
Before a sumo match can begin, several rituals are required to clear the air and …
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Ep 9
Mawashi
See what goes in to making the mawashi that sumo wrestlers wear during bouts.
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Ep 10
Yokozuna Ring-Entering Ceremony
Learn the basics of the Yokozuna Ring-Entering Ceremony that precedes top division matches.
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Ep 11
Rivals: Akebono and Takanohana
Flash back to the 1990s when the fierce rivalry between Akebono and Takanohana lit up …
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Ep 12
Prize Money
Have you ever wondered what's in the stack of envelopes that sumo wrestlers receive after …
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Ep 13
Gyoji's Attire
The traditional clothing worn by the Gyoji (referee) in the sumo ring play an important …
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Ep 14
Mono-ii (Judges Objection)
In cases where the outcome of a sumo bout could go either way, ringside judges …
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Ep 15
Sumo Topknot
Sumo wrestlers stand out in a crowd thanks to their massive build, mawashi belt and, …
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Ep 16
Championship Prizes
Sumo wrestlers don't just win glory when they are crowned champion at a tournament. They …
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Ep 17
Gyoji Shouts
The gyoji (sumo referee) keeps bouts in order with a lexicon that's exclusive to the …
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Ep 18
Keshomawashi
Before top division bouts begin, wrestlers perform a ring entrance ceremony wearing colorful keshoumawashi (brocaded …
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Ep 19
Sagari (Sumo Belt Cords)
The host gives an in-depth view of the long-standing history and the making of the …
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Ep 20
Bow Twirling Ceremony
After the completion of a day's bouts, the ritualistic yumitori-shiki is performed with a traditional …
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Ep 21
Foreign-Born Rikishi
Grand Sumo in Japan witnesses wrestlers from more than 20 nations and many of them …
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Ep 22
Banzuke (Rankings)
Sheds light on the rankings in Japanese traditional sumo, called banzuke, highlighting the importance of …
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Ep 23
Sumo Stables
Stables are where wrestlers eat, sleep, and breathe sumo.
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Ep 24
Basic Sumo Training
Sumo wrestlers train their bodies through a strict daily regimen of exercises known as "keiko" …
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Ep 25
Putting on Mawashi
Learn all the twists and turns required to properly wear the mawashi (belt) that sumo …
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Ep 26
How to See Grand Sumo
Seeing GRAND SUMO in person is a popular attraction for visitors to Japan. Here's all …
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Ep 27
Yorikiri (Frontal Force Out)
Yorikiri (frontal force out) is one of the most common moves in sumo. The concept …
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Ep 28
Throwing Techniques
Get a grip on some of sumo's dynamic throwing techniques.
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Ep 29
Becoming a Sumo Wrestler
See how an intense training regimen and a strict bulking diet transformed a lanky 80 …
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Ep 30
Kinjite (Forbidden Moves)
Using any of these forbidden moves in sumo is grounds for disqualification.
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Ep 31
The Floating Roof of Sumo
The iconic roof floating above the GRAND SUMO ring has its roots in history, but …
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Ep 32
Rank of Ozeki
Ozeki is the second-highest rank in sumo wrestling, and although it is not the top …
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Ep 33 2017-07-16
Yobidashi
In addition to building and tearing down the ring for every tournament, these men do …
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Ep 34 2017-07-17
Gold Star Victory
An upset victory of a maegashira sumo wrestler against a yokozuna is known as kinboshi, …
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Ep 35 2017-07-23
Salt Tossing
The act of tossing salt into the sumo ring before a bout is a purification …
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Ep 36 2017-07-24
Leg Tripping Techniques
Although many sumo bouts are won through pushing and thrusting, sweeping the leg of an …
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Ep 37 2017-09-11
Belt Fighting Style
Highly-ranked sumo wrestlers leverage their strong grasp of yotsu-zumo fighting styles that target the belt …
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Ep 38
Push and Thrust Style
Pushing and thrusting (tsuki-oshi) is one of the most basic styles of sumo wrestling, and …
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Ep 39 2017-09-18
Ceremonial Hand Gestures
Ever wondered what sumo wrestlers are doing with their hands after they've won a bout?
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Ep 40 2017-09-24
Special Prizes
A prize is given to any wrestler who has met criteria during a sumo tournament …
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Ep 41 2017-09-25
Dressing Room
Enriching the sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the …
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Ep 42 2017-11-13
Live Sumo Broadcasting
Broadcasting of sumo wrestling on television has evolved over the decades.
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Ep 43
Ring Names
Examines the meaning behind the names of sumo wrestling rings, which mostly originate from animals …
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Ep 44 2017-11-21
Sumo Training School
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of …
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Ep 45
Henka (Dodging)
The Henka technique is commonly used by smaller sumo wrestlers to dodge and quickly win …
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Ep 46
Higi (Self-inflicted loss)
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of …
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Ep 47
Sumo Drum Beats
Explores how drum beats are used to convey messages about sumo wrestling, with different beats …
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Ep 48
Starting a Bout
Explains the different situations during the start of any sumo wrestling match which can result …
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Ep 49
Ring Entering Ceremony
Explains the basics of the yokozuna ring entering ceremony in sumo wrestling and the process …
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Ep 50
Ryogoku
Explores the peaceful town of Ryōgoku, known as the home of sumo. Located in the …
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Ep 51
Sumo Hair Expert
Explores the traditions behind the hairstyles of sumo wrestlers, which are prepared by hairdressers called …
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Ep 52
Ottsuke
Explains ottsuke, which is a move in Sumo wrestling that can be used to parry …
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Ep 53
Tokudawara
Explores the story behind how people strengthened the sumo ring in ancient time by using …
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Ep 54
Ceremonial Guards
Explores the role of the ceremonial guards, who accompany the wrestler to the sumo ring …
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Ep 55
Nobori
Examines the large flags called nobori, which are usually placed at the entrance of sumo …
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Ep 56
Yukata
A look at the material and story behind yukata, a form of clothing usually worn …
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Last Air Date
2017-11-21
Status
Ended
Language
EN
Seasons
1
Total Episodes
56
Episode Runtime
2 min
Rating
9.0 / 10
Votes
1
Network
NHK
Studio
NHK
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