Inside the Sacred Ring Purification Ceremony

Sumo is not just about strength; it’s about tradition and ritual. One of the most important customs in the sport is the ring purification ceremony. 🏯 Before each bout, wrestlers participate in a sacred ritual to cleanse the ring of impurities and invite good spirits. This centuries-old practice is a testament to sumo’s deep cultural significance in Japan.

Ever wonder what the sumo purification ceremony means and why it’s such a revered part of the sport?

Source: The Japan Times
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