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The Intelligence from The Economist

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Cultural Impact and Resistance in Sumo Wrestling

This chapter explores the influence of a foreign-born sumo wrestler who became Japan's first foreign grand champion and the ensuing cultural upheaval. It recounts his battle for change within traditional sumo, his retirement, and the emotional farewell that symbolized his journey and the ties he created between Japan and his homeland.

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