Veteran sumo wrestler Tamawashi (41 years old) has earned a place in the history books, not for titles or rank, but for an achievement that highlights his extraordinary durability in one of the world’s most demanding sports. In 2026, Tamawashi was again recognized by Guinness World Records for the most consecutive bouts fought in professional...Read More
Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki continues his remarkable ascent in professional Sumo, capturing the January 2026 New Year Grand Sumo Tournament and securing the second Emperor’s Cup of his young career. This is his second consecutive grand tournament. The 21-year-old finished the 15-day tournament with a 12–3 record, forcing a playoff at Tokyo’s Ryogoku Kokugikan against the...Read More
Professional sumo has officially moved into 2026 with the release of the banzuke for the January tournament. Tickets and rankings were published in late December ahead of the Hatsu Basho, scheduled for January 11–25 at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo. For the complete official rankings, see the full banzuke here.January Grand Sumo Tournament Banzuke Ozeki...Read More
After nine consecutive tournaments won by Japanese and Mongolian wrestlers, this Sunday marked a historic moment: for the first time, a Ukrainian wrestler has won a sumo tournament.Read More
Kotoshoho has secured his first Emperor’s Cup in a thrilling finale at the IG Arena. The 25-year-old from Chiba Prefecture finished with a 13–2 record, closing out the tournament by defeating Ukrainian standout Aonishiki on the final day. Kotoshoho and Aonishiki getting ready to fight each other Earlier in the tournament, he also overcame both...Read More
When planning your next Sumo adventure, one of the first decisions you’ll face is choosing between a private tour and a group tour. Each option offers unique experiences, and understanding their differences can help you choose the best fit for your travel needs. Sumo Tours offers both types of tours during the Sumo season at...Read More
Japanese sumo wrestler Onosato has been promoted to the highest rank of Yokozuna, becoming the 75th wrestler to hold this esteemed title. Onosato receiving one of the grand tournament prices Onosato clinched the championship at the recent Summer Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo with an impressive record of 14 wins and one loss. This victory...Read More
Demonstrating a meteoric rise, Onosato won his third Emperor’s Cup at the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka this March 2025, positioning Hoshoryu in an awkward position. And some people have started to dispute if giving Hoshoryu the title of Yokozuna was precipitate. In the dynamic world of sumo wrestling, the prestigious title of yokozuna...Read More
In an unexpected turn of events, newly promoted yokozuna Hoshoryu has withdrawn from the Osaka Grand Sumo Tournament 2025 due to injuries. The announcement came on March 18, 2025, after Hoshoryu suffered a right elbow injury and a neck sprain, both requiring a two-week recovery period. Hoshoryu, who became the 74th yokozuna in January 2025,...Read More
