He moved to Tokyo in the late 1980s ... the United States and Japan,” Emanuel posted. “When Akebono became the first-ever foreign-born grand champion, sumo’s highest rank, in 1993, he ...

The boxing fraternity turns its head to Tokyo, Japan, as two of the country's finest warriors, Kenshiro Teraji and Seigo Yuri Akui, prepare for a unification ...

He moved to Tokyo in ... born grand champion, sumo’s highest rank, in 1993, he opened the door for other foreign wrestlers to find success in the sport," U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel ...

Now known by his Japanese ring name, Aonishiki Arata, the Ukrainian wrestler won promotion to sumo’s highest level when he ended the New Year’s tournament in Tokyo with 12 wins ... first European ...

The May tournament was held in Tokyo. Heading into ... Former Yokozuna grand champion and stablemaster Takanohana submitted his resignation from the Japan Sumo Association amid a dispute.