Why Japan’s Leader Won’t Enter the Male-Dominated Sumo Ring

Sanae Takaichi, the first woman to lead Japan as prime minister, skipped a sumo awards ceremony, reflecting her cautious ...
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Female Sumo Wrestlers Step Into The Ring In Japan

A new breed of Sumo wrestlers is stepping into the ring in Japan. Once ridiculed, Japanese females are throwing their weight around the sumo ring these days. Aside from modified attire and separate ...
Yakima Herald-Republic

Japan's first female leader faces a taboo over entering the male-only sumo ring

TOKYO (AP) — Sanae Takaichi made history by becoming Japan's first female prime minister in October. She must now decide whether she'll break another barrier: the taboo barring women from the sumo ...
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Japan’s first female leader faces a taboo over entering the male-only sumo ring

TOKYO (AP) — Sanae Takaichi made history by becoming Japan’s first female prime minister in October. She must now decide whether she’ll break another barrier: the taboo barring women from the sumo ...
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Japan's 1st Female Leader Faces A Taboo Over Entering Male-Only Sumo Ring

Sanae Takaichi made history by becoming Japan's first female prime minister in October. She must now decide whether she'll break another barrier: the taboo barring women from the sumo ring. The winner ...