The Hakuho Cup is a prominent youth sumo tournament held annually in Japan, named after the legendary sumo wrestler Hakuho Sho. It targets young and aspiring sumo wrestlers, typically ranging in age from elementary to middle school. The event serves to promote and nurture the sport of sumo among the younger generation, providing them with a platform to compete and showcase their skills. The Hakuho Cup emphasizes the values of sportsmanship, discipline, and cultural appreciation inherent in sumo wrestling. It helps in discovering and developing new talent in the sport, as well as fostering interest in sumo as part of Japan’s cultural heritage.
The Hakuho Cup is an international youth sumo tournament taking place on October 10 and 11 at Ryogoku Kokugikan. Over 1,100 young athletes from a record 15 countries and regions…