Exclusive Summer Grand Sumo Tournament capsule toys, miniature trinkets in plastic capsules available from vending machines, are proving a hit among local and foreign visitors of all ages at the famous sporting event.
Ozeki Kirishima is set for demotion from sumo's second-highest rank after withdrawing from the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament on Saturday with a neck injury.
Komusubi Takayasu withdraws from his third-day bout at the 15-day New Year Grand Sumo Tournament with lower back pain, but hopes to return to duty before the basho ends.