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Sumo Scene / ‘Gomenfuda’ Signage Stand as Remnant of Edo Sumo Tournaments Fundraising for Shrines, Temples

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By Kuniyuki Kamimura / Yomiuri Shimbun Senior Writer

11:26 JST, August 6, 2025

The present-day grand sumo tournament originated from “kanjin zumo,” — events held to raise funds for temples or shrines during the Edo period (1603-1867) — and many customs remain that are closely tied to ones from those bygone days.

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