Sumo!

Here are some photos from the recent sumo match I attended. I was surprised in talking to the people here that most of them have never seen a sumo match in person. I went for a class trip with my Japanese class, and I feel very blessed to have done so. There aren't really any rules, other than to get your opponent out of the circle by whatever means possible. There is no whistle or bell to tell them when to go; instead, the opponents stare eachother down, demonstrate their agility, intimidate each other by throwing salt in the ring, and finally engage on a sudden whim. Enjoy!