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Synopsis
Whimsical line drawings make The Big Book of Sumo the most user-friendly sumo guide available. Super sumo fan Mina Hall covers all aspects of the sport, including its history, traditions, training methods, stable life, rankings, fighting holds, and judging. Designed as an introduction to sumo, the book contains charts, photographs, and diagrams that will be of interest to aficionados as well. Featured are maps to the training stables plus information on how to be a spectator and where to eat and stay near the main sumo arena in Japan.
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About the Author
Mina Hall befriended many sumo wrestlers in Japan and is a regular visitor to the sumo training stables. She lives in Las Vegas.
Review
"Something to offer for every fan." -Russ Mihara, NHK Sumo Commentator -- -Russ Mihara, NHK Sumo Commentator
"Something to offer for every fan." -Russ Mihara, NHK Sumo Commentator -- Review
"This book is simple and easy to understand. If you like sumo, you gotta get it!" -Konishiki, Hawaiian-born sumo star -- -Konishiki, Hawaiian-born sumo star
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- PublisherStone Bridge Press
- Publication date1997
- ISBN 10 1880656280
- ISBN 13 9781880656280
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Edition number1
- Number of pages144
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