Sumo is the national sport of Japan and enjoys a global fanbase. It's a style of wrestling where weight, size, and strength can decide a bout in seconds. Sumo is an ancient competition, its roots dating back 2,000 years. And no other sport involves more ceremony and ritual, which is why sumo is a national symbol of Japanese culture. But how did this unique form of grappling evolve, and what are the customs and traditions behind its foundation?
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