The Symbolism of Sumo
Author: Tom MoranNovember 30, 2019
Sumo is a form of wrestling that expresses the Japanese Shinto religion. It has at its heart principles of dignity and courtesy, and as well as being Japan’s national sport it is also a religious ritual. The Sumo wrestlers, called Rikishi, may look big and cumbersome but winning fights involves a combination of strength, agility, speed, craft, technical skill and flair. Many Sumo are actually [...]
The Way of the Warrior
Author: Kurush DordiApril 26, 2015
Miyamoto Musashi killing a giant creature, from The Book of Five Rings “Chivalry is itself the poetry of life.” - Schlegel, Philosophy of History. Amidst the vibrant mythological tradition of Japan emerges an interesting story of creation that speaks of deities Izanami and Isanagi, who were instructed by the primordial gods to dip a spear into the celestial ocean. As they withdrew [...]