Sumo offers a unique behind-the-scenes view into the secret and
fascinating world of sumo, a living breathing showcase of ancient
Japan. Sumo is one of the oldest sports in the world, stretching
back over 2,000 years. Within the Japanese establishment, there
exists a great sense of pride that so little about the sport has
changed in the past millennium. Wrestlers still live by a strict
code, in and outside of the dojo, and to commit to the sport
requires complete devotion from an early age. As Japan has surged
forwards into modernity, this fascinating corner of culture has
remained anchored to the past. Gaining behind-the-scenes access is
notoriously difficult as sumo is a sport shrouded in secrecy. A
full year was spent by the author knocking on doors and filling out
endless paperwork before he was eventually granted permission to
chronicle the lives of wrestlers; a world where history, culture,
pride, and athleticism combine. Sumo documents the strict codes to
which wrestlers adhere. The photographs bring to life the stringent
dietary and training regimes which require enormous dedication and
the many unique practices which make sumo fascinating a living,
breathing showcase of ancient Japan. This book offers a unique set
of over 95 photographs that are sequenced rhythmically and
poetically in order to give the armchair viewer an insight into not
only the drama and excitement of the tournaments, but also the
dedication of the wrestlers and the sacrifices they make in order
to have a chance to compete at the highest level.
General
Imprint: |
Ammonite Press
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
October 2022 |
Authors: |
Lord K2
|
Dimensions: |
210 x 256 x 19mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
|
Pages: |
120 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-78145-463-3 |
Categories: |
Books
|
LSN: |
1-78145-463-9 |
Barcode: |
9781781454633 |
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