Yokozuna

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In sumo
…leads to the designation of Yokozuna, or “grand champion.” The list of men awarded this title commences with Akashi Shiganosuke, victor in 1632. Specially selected youths are brought up into the profession and fed a special protein diet, which creates immense, bulky bodies. Exceptionally agile men weighing 300 pounds or…
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