Akinomaki 41,817 Posted October 13 The English version(s) from Kyodo London https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/62679 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RabidJohn 2,070 Posted October 13 Hoshoryu's reaction to moto-Hokutoumi having the nickname of 'The Bulldog' (bestowed by Lyall Watson) was so amusing, but I hope someone somewhere explains to him why it's not an insult. I remember Terao's reaction to finding out he was called 'The Typhoon' was fairly similar. All these pics and videos having been making me nostalgic about 1991. Those of you with tickets are going to have a wonderful time at the Kensington Kokugikan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingo 1,477 Posted October 13 2 hours ago, warusawa said: BBC has a way of detecting if VPN is being used and blocks the access. I will try anyway. On the phone app it used to be fine but that was maybe two years ago. Not sure how it is now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akinomaki 41,817 Posted October 14 (edited) The TBS version of the full interview with the 2 yokozuna - better Japanese audio, same unsuitable AI voices for the English audio, but slightly different text and mix of which speaks for whom ANN report from London, with arrival, dohyo making, interview and esp. more from Aonishiki at the London Sumo Club tournament - from a morning show and thus not bilingual though, a pity, since the club founder was interviewed o o o o o o o o o Edited October 14 by Akinomaki Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akinomaki 41,817 Posted October 14 dohyo making went on the whole night, with many local staff involved o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o I wonder if there will be coverage from the dohyo matsuri, which may take place today or early tomorrow 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gurowake 4,151 Posted October 14 (edited) I can understand why they didn't bring the raw material for the dohyo all the way from Japan, but how much research did they do in terms of trying to get the right material locally? "Central England" is a bit vague, and I guess means somewhat north of London, so presumably they're not just picking some local dirt but managed to find something close to what's normally used - perhaps from the same place they used last time they were there. Edited October 14 by Gurowake Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tigerboy1966 1,634 Posted October 14 21 hours ago, RabidJohn said: Terao's reaction to finding out he was called 'The Typhoon' was fairly similar. I think it went something like this.... Lyall: In England we call you Typhoon Terao: *frown* uuuh. In Japan a Typhoon is a bad thing... It kills many people... I do not like to be called Typhoon. Lyall: no it is because you are fast and strong. Terao: Mmmm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RabidJohn 2,070 Posted October 14 40 minutes ago, Gurowake said: I can understand why they didn't bring the raw material for the dohyo all the way from Japan, but how much research did they do in terms of trying to get the right material locally? "Central England" is a bit vague, and I guess means somewhat north of London, so presumably they're not just picking some local dirt but managed to find something close to what's normally used - perhaps from the same place they used last time they were there. Google tells me it's from Kettering in Northamptonshire, which really is central, and it was extensively researched before selection. The UK's drift deposits are very well documented, though. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Calamityama 27 Posted October 14 3 hours ago, RabidJohn said: Google tells me it's from Kettering in Northamptonshire, which really is central, and it was extensively researched before selection. The UK's drift deposits are very well documented, though. Kettering is known for its loam that has a high clay content, appreciated by landscapers and ceramists. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yamanashi 4,078 Posted October 14 2 hours ago, Calamityama said: Kettering is known for its loam that has a high clay content, appreciated by landscapers and ceramists. Good point. I'd search out areas with locally-sourced pottery to find the good clay deposits. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jakusotsu 6,394 Posted October 15 While we're at it, was the roof made in England as well or shipped from Japan? I guess at least the tassels are original. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Morning 99 Posted October 15 Apparently made on the spot with timber from England. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Octofuji 431 Posted October 15 (edited) Article in the Guardian about the koen https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/oct/15/grand-sumo-wrestling-tournament-london-royal-albert-hall It's quite sweet they gave Hakakku the surname "Rijicho" :) Edited October 15 by Octofuji Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RabidJohn 2,070 Posted October 15 44 minutes ago, Octofuji said: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/oct/15/grand-sumo-wrestling-tournament-london-royal-albert-hall Ah, they couldn't keep it up for three articles in a row: they had to refer to scandals. To be fair, though, it's a no-details reference framed as water under the bridge, so their attitude has changed. I'm wondering if something has been lost in translation, however, because Hoshoryu's admission to being scared of horses seems improbably un-Mongolian. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kajiyanosho 66 Posted October 15 I spoke to the yokozuna and Hakkaku yesterday and Hoshoryu mentioned Harry Potter too! I wrote a very basic sumo explainer for the BBC - some bits have been added (like the chanko record I didn't even know about), but at least I managed to avoid 'reinforced toilets' and stuff like that. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/cn51z7627gvo The rikishi seem genuinely hyped to be here, and the venue looks great. The "only second time ever a tournament is held outside Japan" line continues to creep up here and there, as the organisers insist that this is not an exhibition... I'll spare you the ridiculous picture of me between the yokozuna! Unfortunately it wasn't "my own" interview, so I didn't get to ask much of what would be interesting for us here. Hakkaku said that he doesn't know whether they'll have international tour more often, as their schedule is quite strict and (as you know) they cancelled the Autumn tour. I mentioned the growth of podcasts, Discord channels, fantasy leagues etc. to the yokozuna - they seemed surprised and amused. Unfortunately I didn't get to boast about my (almost) top 10 ranking on the Super Banzuke. More sparse info: They'll interview all rikishi after every bout throughout the tournament, but at the moment there's no immediate English translation. Only Japanese media. The next day bouts should be released before midnight UK time each day. I'm working with the BBC graphic designers and making them add head to head records (thank you sumo DB!) 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Asashosakari 20,250 Posted October 15 Don't think it was mentioned here yet, the event page posted the list of matches for the first day yesterday (scroll down to "Daily Bouts" or direct link). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akinomaki 41,817 Posted October 15 Final pics before the start oo o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o the promoter of the previous London koen interviewed o Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gaijingai 1,657 Posted October 15 Great Light Article On Changes The Brits Have Had to Make. https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/oct/15/grand-sumo-wrestling-tournament-london-royal-albert-hall Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warusawa 23 Posted October 15 4 hours ago, Asashosakari said: Don't think it was mentioned here yet, the event page posted the list of matches for the first day yesterday (scroll down to "Daily Bouts" or direct link). 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm GMT? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RabidJohn 2,070 Posted October 15 2 minutes ago, warusawa said: 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm GMT? I can't find anything about it on the current event page, but in 1991 I saw the tsukebito doing keiko one afternoon. Maybe that is the case again, I don't know. The main event starts at 7.30pm BST (GMT+1). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yamanashi 4,078 Posted October 15 5 hours ago, Akinomaki said: Rikishi: "Ma'am, can we show you an example of the tremendously popular Japanese event "Baby Cry Sumo" Woman: "Aiiiieeeeeeee!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Koorifuu 1,120 Posted October 15 3 hours ago, RabidJohn said: I can't find anything about it on the current event page, but in 1991 I saw the tsukebito doing keiko one afternoon. Maybe that is the case again, I don't know. The main event starts at 7.30pm BST (GMT+1). 2.30pm is the starting time on Sunday. That might be what is being alluded to. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Koorifuu 1,120 Posted October 15 30 seconds in and the announcer had already peddled that 'only official tournament outside Japan' deception. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edwardoho 25 Posted October 15 (edited) It has begun and is now live on BBC online. Hiro is telling people about the ring. https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002lg8t/the-grand-sumo-tournament-2025-day-one Edited October 15 by Edwardoho Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
