Japan sumo association promotes sport with eye on Tokyo 2020 Games

Japan sumo association promotes sport with eye on Tokyo 2020 Games

Grand champions Harumafuji (L) and Kakuryu perform a "sandan-gamae," a rarely seen three-level ceremonial pose representing a strong spirit, attack and defense, during an event at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan on Oct. 4, 2016. The event was aimed at making the ancient Japanese sport more accessible to non-Japanese and people with disabilities, with an eye on the upcoming 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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