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...judo, the art of self-defense in 250 holds which is compulsory in all Japanese schools. Sumo started in 23 B.C., long before jujitsu had been thought of. Winner of the first bout on record, Sukune is now the God of Japanese wrestlers. In 858, two sons of Emperor Buntoku wrestled for the throne. Koneshito won, instituted sumo as Japan's national sport. Professional wrestling became popular in 1600, has remained so ever since...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Sport: Sumo | 2/10/1936 | See Source »

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