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The Cultural Tension of Sumo and Its Foreign Influences
This chapter explores the significant influence of a foreign-born sumo wrestler on Japanese culture, focusing on the struggle between tradition and modernization within the sport. It highlights the challenges faced by Sumo, including declining participation and the emotional farewell of the wrestler caught between two cultural identities.
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