Kunio the Magnificent! My favorite yobidashi! It is rumored his voice could singlehandedly reverse declining birth rates in Japan if only he were allowed to sing more than twice per day during tournaments.
The most funny thing is that no one mentions the low birth rates in Italy, belgium and Spain. Even though they have a lower birth rate than Japan. In the first place, the birth rate is low in all developed countries birth rates are still high only in less educated developing countries like south east asia, africa or south america. I'm tired of Westerners giving Asia a bad image. If you're going to say to Japan, say the same to Italy and Spain. Whites are the fastest declining race. They talk as if they don't have a birth rate problem it's funny Don't blindly believe western bias media
It's good to finally have a reputable English speaking sumo channel with 'boots on the ground' giving us these behind the scenes looks at how the sumo magic is made
This is exactly content I would like to see more of- how the whole spectacle of the tournaments is put together. Other channels have shown how they tie the white rope for the Yokuzuna, how their hair is styled into the topknot, how the mawashi is tied. But this is the first I've seen the process of constructing the Dohyo. I would never have imagined that the straw bales were full of clay and stone and so heavy. It would be nice to see a follow up of steps they do to prepare and repair any damage to the ring between tournament days. We rarely see it crack, but on the occasions that it does it would be interesting to know how they make sure that spot is still strong for the next day. And as the interior circle is torn up by such frequent use of powerful bodies treading and sliding around it how they make sure it is smooth and even again for the next day.
I am flabbergasted, every time I asked myself a question as this went along, it was no sooner answered. Like the start of building the Dohyo from a pyramid pile, to how do they bend the rice bales. Another interesting and great insight presentation Hiro...arigato.
This Channel changes everything! Everyone who watches Chris sumo, Nattosumo, Sumostew, Jasons all sumo channel and the likes should be informed and must subscribe.
I got into sumo last October 2022. It was about 7 days into the May 2023 tournament I found Natto Sumo on TH-cam. Because of Natto Sumo I am now hooked on sumo and can't wait for the July tournament. Some people frown upon Natto Sumo for being a pirate, even though his videos are not monetized. Here in the United States there's no other source for the tournaments that does it like Natto. If there was some way NHK and Natto Sumo could work out a deal I'd pay NHK/Natto Sumo a $40 fee to watch Natto's tournament videos. They're free to me now but his TH-cam channels keep getting taken down for copyright infringement. You hear many Japanese say they want to grow their viewership for the sport internationally yet we don't seem to have immediate access to each day's matches. Are the Japanese being disingenuous when they say they want more people to watch? I don't get it.
I really enjoyed this video. A video about the history of the doyho, and the meaning of rituals, and the poles that used to be there would be neat too!
Hey JSA! Now THIS was interesting. Entry level stuff is fine for beginners but sumo has A LOT of fans who have been into sumo for years. And many old timers (20 years or more watching sumo)....SO - - - - If you want a larger fan base for your new endeavor here in TH-camLand you would be smart to include content for BOTH fan groups. Arigato. 😉
Wow Hiro! I must say I'm really impressed with this video. This kind of detailed insight makes this channel really special. We've seen things even documentaries don't tell viewers. I'm really looking forward to years of great sumo videos! Good job Hiro!
I ❤️ Hiromasa-san❣️ I like your videos because I can learn how to tell foreign people about sumo in English! I want to try viewing Morita-san’s play-by-play this basho for the first time. Good luck!
I can't describe how happy this video made me! While most of us knew that the Dohyo is built new for every basho, I have never seen the details. I loved seeing the combination of technology and manual effort used to create the ring. Thank you so much!
This is great stuff. This might be the best video so far in the series, as it's informative for newcomers and long-time fans. Lord, that is a lot of hard work. I hope they got to drink some of the beer in those bottes. They deserve it. Yobidashi are so versatile. Where do they source the clay from? I bet it is not just any old clay from any old location! Just hours to go before the first bout of Aki 2022. Hakkeyoi!
This is exactly the type of information I subscribed for. I've been a sumo fan for years and I learned quite a bit from this video. Sumo Prime Time is meeting and exceeding my expectations!
Another great video. I was wondering how the gyoji and yobidashi get their start and what leads them down that path. What are their daily lives like? To learn to be a gyoji must be a difficult job. The yobidashi make their announcements with no microphones and sing the names beautifully. This must take thousands of hours of practice. I would very much like to learn about these topics. The precision and artistry of building the dohyo was amazing and just made me want to know more. Arigatou gozaimasu Morita-san.
How are the tachyi lines made? What's put in the center square? Do they repair the dohyo if cracks are formed during the tournament? How often do they water it while the tournament is on?
I've been showing my friends Sumo lately and I was shocked they all really took to it. We all have our favorites now and it is such an awesome competition to watch! I hope you continue to grow here in the USA, I think there is a lot of interest here.
I love this channel. I just got into Sumo. It's very niche here in America. But I fell in love. It's so much more than big guys pushing each other. Thank you for finally making an official English channel!
I am enjoying your videos so much, Hiro! Besides the battles, my favorite part of sumo is all the incredible work, discipline and ritual involved with the sport, and seeing these videos document it is wonderful. Plus Kunio! :D
Love this video! This is the sort of content I was looking forward to when this channel was announced. It's such a fascinating look at a side of sumo we rarely get to see. I'd love to see more videos about the yobidashi and everything they do for sumo, and the gyoji too!
thank you for the informative report. I was really enjoying all the matches for the new year grand sumo of '24. i had fun. you make it interesting to watch how each bout was won. something I didn't know before. Vinnie of Northern Canada.
There is a longer dohyo making vid floating around YT. no talking, but you get to see more of the actual construction. this one and that one compliment each other nicely
After the basho, when the dohyo is taken down, what happens to the clay and the old bales? 1. Is the clay reconditioned for the next basho? Or, how is it disposed of? 2. Are the old straw bales reconditioned for the next basho? 3. Are they desroyed? 4. Are they sold to fans? 5. Is the clay mound solid or hollow? Anything else of note? To the Japan Sumo Association, Hiro Morita and Sumo Prime Time, thank you for your efforts. May you and yours stay well and prosper. Terry
Can someone explain the small square hole in the very middle of the dohyo ( 7:03 )? And are the lines that the rikishi start behind painted on? Arigato for the great videos!
The dohyo is a giant altar. During the ring purifying ceremony, offerings of sake, rice, chestnuts and squid are placed in the hole & then it's covered up. At the end of the tournament, they're dug up. The first ceremony happened yesterday & the video is probably on the JSA site. The last is also televised after the ending ceremonies on the last day.
It's part of a shinto cleansing ritual that happens the day before a tournament begins. They have the top gyoji cleanse the ring by pouring sake, salt, kelp, dried squid and some other stuff into the hole thats symbolic for promoting strength and long life. Its meant to protect the rikishi from injury. The items are dug up at the end of the tournament.
to be more accurate, the same dohyo makers only go around for the tours and main competition. the local ones are made by students/ community members that may seek advice from ex yobidashis
I’m surprised with how big these guys are, they never break the dohyo when falling on it near the corners, or when when both guys together fall in one area
What do the yobidashi do when there isn’t a basho taking place? Do they work for the sumo association? Is this a part time job? Do they get paid to be yobidashi?
All of things covered on this channel I feel are things Hiro wants to do, I say this because *I* also want to talk to these people and go to these places heh
The height of the surrounding should be increased / softened or the Doyo height reduced. So many bad injuries due to the height and the large drop with 150+kg. @Sumo Prime Time: is there a special reason why it is as high as it is right now. Doyos on old pictures from the 19th century don't show this elevated height - or at least only in some cases. Also the stables of flat rings.
Kunio the Magnificent! My favorite yobidashi! It is rumored his voice could singlehandedly reverse declining birth rates in Japan if only he were allowed to sing more than twice per day during tournaments.
And a lions fan for some reason?
I wish mr. Eko was in Lost more.
どすこーい
The most funny thing is that no one mentions the low birth rates in Italy, belgium and Spain. Even though they have a lower birth rate than Japan.
In the first place, the birth rate is low in all developed countries birth rates are still high only in less educated developing countries like south east asia, africa or south america. I'm tired of Westerners giving Asia a bad image. If you're going to say to Japan, say the same to Italy and Spain. Whites are the fastest declining race.
They talk as if they don't have a birth rate problem it's funny
Don't blindly believe western bias media
It's good to finally have a reputable English speaking sumo channel with 'boots on the ground' giving us these behind the scenes looks at how the sumo magic is made
I'm not sure people understand how lucky we are for this content, this is truly amazing, thank you Hiro!
"The way you do one thing is the way you do everything"
Hard work gains you respect and honor. I love this sport.
This is exactly content I would like to see more of- how the whole spectacle of the tournaments is put together. Other channels have shown how they tie the white rope for the Yokuzuna, how their hair is styled into the topknot, how the mawashi is tied. But this is the first I've seen the process of constructing the Dohyo. I would never have imagined that the straw bales were full of clay and stone and so heavy.
It would be nice to see a follow up of steps they do to prepare and repair any damage to the ring between tournament days. We rarely see it crack, but on the occasions that it does it would be interesting to know how they make sure that spot is still strong for the next day. And as the interior circle is torn up by such frequent use of powerful bodies treading and sliding around it how they make sure it is smooth and even again for the next day.
I am flabbergasted, every time I asked myself a question as this went along, it was no sooner answered. Like the start of building the Dohyo from a pyramid pile, to how do they bend the rice bales. Another interesting and great insight presentation Hiro...arigato.
Nice touch having the yobidashi sing the channel name this time.
Great to see Kunio! Best voice of his generation!!
This Channel changes everything! Everyone who watches Chris sumo, Nattosumo, Sumostew, Jasons all sumo channel and the likes should be informed and must subscribe.
The youtube sumo fans are some of the best community you can find.
Let’s not overlook Don Don!
@@GoldenRakerRock His videos just keep getting better & better!
I got into sumo last October 2022. It was about 7 days into the May 2023 tournament I found Natto Sumo on TH-cam. Because of Natto Sumo I am now hooked on sumo and can't wait for the July tournament.
Some people frown upon Natto Sumo for being a pirate, even though his videos are not monetized. Here in the United States there's no other source for the tournaments that does it like Natto. If there was some way NHK and Natto Sumo could work out a deal I'd pay NHK/Natto Sumo a $40 fee to watch Natto's tournament videos. They're free to me now but his TH-cam channels keep getting taken down for copyright infringement.
You hear many Japanese say they want to grow their viewership for the sport internationally yet we don't seem to have immediate access to each day's matches.
Are the Japanese being disingenuous when they say they want more people to watch? I don't get it.
Giro, thank you for allowing American fans to learn more about the Sumo we so dearly love!!
Thank you for the story on how a dohyo is made. I always wondered what was involved to make one.
I really enjoyed this video. A video about the history of the doyho, and the meaning of rituals, and the poles that used to be there would be neat too!
Great video hiro the kind of content we can only get from this channel
I really like these videos, thank you for the content
Hey JSA! Now THIS was interesting. Entry level stuff is fine for beginners but sumo has A LOT of fans who have been into sumo for years. And many old timers (20 years or more watching sumo)....SO - - - -
If you want a larger fan base for your new endeavor here in TH-camLand you would be smart to include content for BOTH fan groups. Arigato. 😉
This is a more in-depth video about dohyo building than the others I've seen (and there are only a few). Thanks again for your excellent work!
Wow Hiro! I must say I'm really impressed with this video. This kind of detailed insight makes this channel really special. We've seen things even documentaries don't tell viewers. I'm really looking forward to years of great sumo videos! Good job Hiro!
I ❤️ Hiromasa-san❣️
I like your videos because I can learn how to tell foreign people about sumo in English!
I want to try viewing Morita-san’s play-by-play this basho for the first time. Good luck!
It's so fascinating what goes into making the dohyo. These yobidashi are so skilled at what they do!
This looks so difficult it reminds on art and sculpturing. It is great to see how much effort and heart they put in the work.
That was so captivating ! Thank you for that amazing content !
Amazing video. Thank you for making it! Best of luck in the tournament.
I can't describe how happy this video made me! While most of us knew that the Dohyo is built new for every basho, I have never seen the details. I loved seeing the combination of technology and manual effort used to create the ring. Thank you so much!
This is great stuff. This might be the best video so far in the series, as it's informative for newcomers and long-time fans. Lord, that is a lot of hard work. I hope they got to drink some of the beer in those bottes. They deserve it. Yobidashi are so versatile. Where do they source the clay from? I bet it is not just any old clay from any old location!
Just hours to go before the first bout of Aki 2022. Hakkeyoi!
This is exactly the type of information I subscribed for. I've been a sumo fan for years and I learned quite a bit from this video. Sumo Prime Time is meeting and exceeding my expectations!
great video!! I was so happy to hear from Kunio, he's my favorite yobidashi!
I'd love to have a closer look at the dohyo purifying ceremony aswell. Make it happen, Hiro san!
Yes, I want to know more about how the gyoji become temporary Shinto priests
Another excellent and informative article! I hope we get tournament coverage! NHK World highlights are good but would like to see more!
Best sumo prime time ever... 👍🏼
Very excited for this basho, and this has been a greatly informative video.
Definitely a labor of love. I love the attention to detail.
Wow, this is amazing! They are so fantastically detailed and perfectionists making the Dohyo. I’ve never imagined the amount of hard work needed to it
Very interesting vid, Hiro! Keep up the good work!
The Yobidashi are such an amazing part of sumo!
Another great video. I was wondering how the gyoji and yobidashi get their start and what leads them down that path. What are their daily lives like? To learn to be a gyoji must be a difficult job. The yobidashi make their announcements with no microphones and sing the names beautifully. This must take thousands of hours of practice. I would very much like to learn about these topics. The precision and artistry of building the dohyo was amazing and just made me want to know more. Arigatou gozaimasu Morita-san.
How are the tachyi lines made? What's put in the center square? Do they repair the dohyo if cracks are formed during the tournament? How often do they water it while the tournament is on?
Love the content. Is Hiro going to broadcast the basho in English live on this channel?
That was really fascinating to watch, I learnt a lot I didn't know.
Great video and very nicely narrated!
This is fascinating. Thank you so much
Wow, the yobidashi truly are the workhorses of the sumo world
It is a very beautiful structure. I love sumo.
Thank you so much for this awesome video Hiro, Kunio's voice is like a blessing from god himself
Great video!
I've been showing my friends Sumo lately and I was shocked they all really took to it. We all have our favorites now and it is such an awesome competition to watch! I hope you continue to grow here in the USA, I think there is a lot of interest here.
I love this channel. I just got into Sumo. It's very niche here in America. But I fell in love. It's so much more than big guys pushing each other. Thank you for finally making an official English channel!
Super film. Very interesting. Thank you very much for sharing these movies. Have a nice day everyone :)
I am enjoying your videos so much, Hiro! Besides the battles, my favorite part of sumo is all the incredible work, discipline and ritual involved with the sport, and seeing these videos document it is wonderful. Plus Kunio! :D
Love this video! This is the sort of content I was looking forward to when this channel was announced. It's such a fascinating look at a side of sumo we rarely get to see. I'd love to see more videos about the yobidashi and everything they do for sumo, and the gyoji too!
Kunio's voice is amazing.
thank you for the informative report. I was really enjoying all the matches for the new year grand sumo of '24. i had fun. you make it interesting to watch how each bout was won. something I didn't know before. Vinnie of Northern Canada.
I wonder what they were using to form the straw bales before they had access to beer bottles ? ;)
Sumo is awesome, I think is 80% ceremony and 20% competition
People around the world ARE more interested! Please offer more ways to watch it! :)
Shigeo snd his golden voice.
Yobidashi sre the heart and soul of sumo.
Great video, Thanks from Texas!
My favorite channel!
Terrific video, many thanks.
Love it!
The most interesting video on this channel so far! Great!
You should do the gyoji and yobadashi next
What amazing content! Thank youn
"everything is difficult."
I feel ya buddy...
Very interesting - thank you!
土俵に使われてる土は埼玉県川越市の土が使われています。
There is a longer dohyo making vid floating around YT. no talking, but you get to see more of the actual construction. this one and that one compliment each other nicely
Whoaaaa that’s so cool!
Great video
I wish that they would put captions on the Japanese JSA channel
This is super interesting.
6:19 the legend
After the basho, when the dohyo is taken down, what happens to the clay and the old bales?
1. Is the clay reconditioned for the next basho? Or, how is it disposed of?
2. Are the old straw bales reconditioned for the next basho?
3. Are they desroyed?
4. Are they sold to fans?
5. Is the clay mound solid or hollow?
Anything else of note?
To the Japan Sumo Association, Hiro Morita and Sumo Prime Time, thank you for your efforts. May you and yours stay well and prosper.
Terry
Can someone explain the small square hole in the very middle of the dohyo ( 7:03 )? And are the lines that the rikishi start behind painted on? Arigato for the great videos!
The dohyo is a giant altar. During the ring purifying ceremony, offerings of sake, rice, chestnuts and squid are placed in the hole & then it's covered up. At the end of the tournament, they're dug up. The first ceremony happened yesterday & the video is probably on the JSA site. The last is also televised after the ending ceremonies on the last day.
Will you guys be explaining the center square dug out section of the Dohyo?
As far as I remember that dug is for ceremony that is done before the Basho that is for "clearing" the dohyo with sake and some other stuff...
They put a dead squid and more stuff in there at the beginning of the basho, I think
It's part of a shinto cleansing ritual that happens the day before a tournament begins. They have the top gyoji cleanse the ring by pouring sake, salt, kelp, dried squid and some other stuff into the hole thats symbolic for promoting strength and long life. Its meant to protect the rikishi from injury. The items are dug up at the end of the tournament.
Thanks for including my favourite Kunio! The people who build the dohyo are the best people to teach us about a lot of things.
I would love to make the ring it to me sounds like a fun job.
Too cool for school it would been better if they bring babies into the ring my favorite part of sumos.😂
What happens to the clay after tournament? The Dohyo is sacred correct? So I can't see them simply dumping the soil somewhere so what happens to it?
Has a Dohyo been damaged during a tournament or worse , collapsed? I'm enjoying yr new channel ,
I’d like to see some more videos on the Yobidashi. How do they get the job as i see some of them look like young teenage boys..
Do the same Dohyo makers travel around Japan to build these? Or does each prefecture have their own Dohyo makers?
Yes, the same yobidashi travel just like the the gyoji and rikishi, etc.
to be more accurate, the same dohyo makers only go around for the tours and main competition. the local ones are made by students/ community members that may seek advice from ex yobidashis
"My hope is for all the rikishi to compete 15 days without any injuries."
Meanwhile, builds the Dohyo like a skyscraper😂
almost there
Please get an interview with Kaisei.
Yay
hiromasa＝大将＝general
What do they do with the old tawara?
I hope this dohyo can withstand Akiseyama's Iron Gut.
Do they have to repair the ring through the tournament?
How are the two starting lines made?
So why is the dohyo super slippery sometimes? Is it because of too much moisture?
Why beer bottles instead of hammers?
I’m surprised with how big these guys are, they never break the dohyo when falling on it near the corners, or when when both guys together fall in one area
What do the yobidashi do when there isn’t a basho taking place? Do they work for the sumo association? Is this a part time job? Do they get paid to be yobidashi?
All of things covered on this channel I feel are things Hiro wants to do, I say this because *I* also want to talk to these people and go to these places heh
Didn't say "sumo prime time" once.
Are you familiar with chrissumo? He got me interested in sumo.
Does this channel live stream the tournament?
Why not reuse the same ring at Kokugikan? Why build a new one each time? 🤔
It would probably dry out and crumble.
The height of the surrounding should be increased / softened or the Doyo height reduced. So many bad injuries due to the height and the large drop with 150+kg.
@Sumo Prime Time: is there a special reason why it is as high as it is right now. Doyos on old pictures from the 19th century don't show this elevated height - or at least only in some cases. Also the stables of flat rings.
I wonder when the unique tool "Beer bottle" came into being used..