Sumo Wrestling 101, National Geographic

Girth, grit and training can bring victory in Japan s most beloved traditional sport. Sumo wrestling dates back to Shinto ceremonies more than 1, 000 years old; its traditions dictate everything from preshow rituals to the wrestlers diet. Subscribe: Get More 101 Videos: About National Geographics 101 Series: Explore and experience the forces that shape the world around us. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world s premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their worldclass scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what s possible. Sumo Wrestling 101, National Geographic National Geographic