2023 East Coast Tour Press

Read some of the articles and interviews about Sumo + Sushi and the East Coast Tour!

NHK WORLD - Japan

“A former wrestler from Hawaii fought his way to the top ranks of Sumo. Now, Konishiki is trying to change people's notions about the sport, NHK World's Catherine Kobayashi has his story”

THE TOKYO JOURNAL

AM New York

“A sumo-sushi spectacular is coming to New York City in late June to both delight and educate people who have never been exposed to this integral part of Japanese culture.”

7News Miami

“I’ll take a bite of sushi anytime I can get my hands on some … and when you pair a great sushi dinner with one-of-a-kind shows, that’s a winning combination.”

Miami New Times

“In case you haven't heard, everybody and their mother is visiting Japan. After decades of cultural exports from the island nation invading the rest of the world, the world is invading back.”

Axios D.C.

“Sumo + Sushi, a traveling showcase of Japanese wrestling and food, comes to D.C. this weekend.

Why it matters: The event is a rare chance to see and hear from six sumotori who are flying in from Japan.”

WTOP News

“Want to test your muster against a pro sumo wrestler? You’ll have a chance when Sumo + Sushi comes to D.C.

Sumo + Sushi will bring seven expert sumo wrestlers to WEG Studios in Northeast D.C. from June 16-18.”