Japanese sumo wrestlers prepare for Trump visit
TOKYO - U.S. President Donald Trump can expect a warm welcome from the sumo wrestling community when he presents a custom-made “Trump Award” to the winner of the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo on May 26.
He will present the trophy to the winning wrestler following other awards, the Japanese Sumo Association said.Some members of the sumo community welcomed the increased exposure that Trump’s visit will give their sport. Masaru Tomamoto, 73, said he sympathized with Trump but nonetheless would prefer the U.S. leader to follow custom.
Izumi Chiba from Sapporo in northern Japan echoed the sentiment: “As we say, when you are in Rome, do as the Romans do.”
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