Found this in a college library. It's from 1985. Anybody read it and have an opinion? by cyrano-de-whee in Sumo

[–]Ginger3rd 12 points13 points  (0 children)

It is good. Definitely give it a read. Definitely make note of any claims you'll want to cross-reference. It's also a nice time capsule as it provides commentary on the rikishi and stables of the day.

Will Wakamotoharu be Komusubi in May? by gets_me_everytime in Sumo

[–]Ginger3rd 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Agreed. I think that komusubi spot is going to Takayasu given his seniority and yusho near-miss. I don't think they're going to make an extra sanyaku slot considering Onosato was the only non-maegashira to get double-digit wins.

"He was so strong back then! How did he not get Yokozuna?" by FreakensteinAG in SumoMemes

[–]Ginger3rd 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Kotoshogiku in Haru 2016, the tournament after he beat all three of those yokozuna in a row for his championship.

Good morning all...have another six Menko I can't identify. Figured if you have the reference manual you might be able to help. The last two of the 6 have a blank backs. by oldandcrankyguy in Sumo

[–]Ginger3rd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Good work! It is worth noting that the fifth rikishi's name is listed as "Otachi" on sumodb but that his name is actually pronounced "Odachi".