MEET KONISHIKI, MEET SUMO 8 min
Enter the hidden world of Sumo with Konishiki, the first non-Japanese sumo wrestler to achieve the rank of ōzeki (champion).
Join Sumo's first foreign-born champion for a total immersion in the culture, lifestyle, and spirituality of Japan's iconic martial art.
Sumo superstar Konishiki changed the face of Japan's national sport forever with his meteoric rise to the rank of ozeki (champion) - the first foreign-born wrestler to attain this title.
Enter the hidden world of Sumo with Konishiki, the first non-Japanese sumo wrestler to achieve the rank of ōzeki (champion).
Konishiki recounts the chance encounter that catapulted a kid from Hawaii into the rarefied world of Sumo in Japan.
Learn (and follow along!) with the daily Sumo stretching and exercise routine (kata) that gives these larger-than-life athletes amazing flexibility and strength.
Experience Konishiki’s first sumo match, and learn the ins and outs of the sumo “mawashi.”
Follow along with this “suri-ashi” (footwork) routine, the secret to achieving incredible balance, both in and out of the ring.
Experience a day-in-the-life of a Sumo stable (dormitory) and hear about Konishiki’s first days in the stable.
Konshiki breaks down some common Kimarite (winning moves) in super slow-motion.
Konishiki describes the power of “hai”, and the reasons behind his specialization in “oshi-zumo” (pushing technique).
Konshiki breaks down some more common Kimarite. Plus, the art of belt cutting.
Listen as Konishiki describes how the legend of “Konishiki” was born, and how life changes as you climb the Sumo ranks.
Konshiki breaks down a final set of Kimarite, plus discusses different sumo styles.
Master the ins and outs of Sumo matches: who can receive Chikara Mizu (power water), salt throwing styles, and why match referees carry a knife in their belts.
More winning, more challenges. Konishiki dives into developing a new winning style in the wake of a major injury.
Get a taste of what goes through the mind of a Sumo when he watches a match.
Immerse yourself in the public responsibilities of being a Sumo champion and hear Konishiki’s heartfelt encounters with Princess Diana.
Konishiki talks about his dream of becoming a Yokozuna (grand champion) and his strategies for competing in the face of injuries.
Discover why Sumos end their career by cutting their hair. And: Konishiki reflects on his impact in the sport.
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