Definitions

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  • noun sumo the functionaries whose tasks include building the dohyo, making announcements, singing the shikona of each rikishi and advising them of preparation time

Etymologies

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Japanese

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Examples

  • A new dohyō is built prior to each tournament by the yobidashi, who are responsible for this activity.

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  • The yobidashi also build the dohyō for training stables and sumo touring events.

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  • The yobidashi ensure it is clean of any previous marks immediately prior to each bout.

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