Sumo Museum (Japan)
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Sumo wrestling is Japan's most famous sport. On display at this museum are ceremonial aprons called kesho-mawashi, sumo costumes, referees' lacquered paddles, and examples of calligraphy of famous wrestlers. Wood-block prints, hair cuttings and sumo dolls give an historical overview to this unique sport. This museum is located beside the National Sumo Stadium.
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Address: 1-3-28 Yokoami, Tokyo
City: Tokyo
Country: Japan
Phone 1: +81 3 3623 5111
Official site: www.sumo.or.jp
Opening hours: 9.30am-4.30pm daily
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Sumo wrestling is Japan's most famous sport. On display at this museum are ceremonial aprons called kesho-mawashi, sumo costumes, referees' lacquered paddles, and examples of calligraphy of famous wrestlers. Wood-block prints, hair cuttings and sumo dolls give an historical overview to this unique sport. This museum is located beside the National Sumo Stadium.
Sumo wrestling is Japan's most famous sport. On display at this museum are ceremonial aprons called kesho-mawashi, sumo costumes, referees' lacquered paddles, and examples of calligraphy of famous wrestlers. Wood-block prints, hair cuttings and sumo dolls give an historical overview to this unique sport. This museum is located beside the National Sumo Stadium.
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