Japan’s sporting world was electrified last weekend when Aonishiki claimed victory at the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament, securing his first Emperor’s Cup with a decisive win over Mongolian yokozuna Hoshoryu. The celebration did not stop there. Only days later, Aonishiki was promoted to ōzeki, the second-highest rank in professional sumo, marking one of the fastest… Continue reading A Sumo Champion and What His Rise Reveals About Japan’s View of Foreigners
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