A 150-strong delegation, two chartered planes... More than 30 years after their last visit to France, the elite of sumo wrestling – Japan's national and sacred sport – is making a highly anticipated return to Paris for a weekend showcase.
'Must-see event', rare sumo tournament kicks off in Paris
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Sat 07:48 - Le Figaro
Double airplane seats, reinforced toilets: the colossal logistics of the sumo tournament organized this weekend in Paris
Sun 11:03 - France 24
'Must-see event', rare sumo tournament kicks off in Paris