Our Sumo Demonstrations, in over 20 films, 80 television shows, 70 TV commercials, 200 live events, and numerous other public appearances. We have cast Sumo Talent and worked as consultants on many projects entertainment projects, worldwide. Our sumo network extends globally, with elite sumo competitors throughout the globe. Check out the greatest sumo events in the world, outside of Japan!
Film
"Ocean's 13" -- Waner Bros. (June, 2007 release):
Although the sumo scene in the film was severely trimmed, we actually brought over a dozen sumo wrestlers, from several states in the U.S., as well as from Japan and Mongolia, to star in the fight scenes and rituals. We worked on the entire sumo set, costuming, prop design, casting, choreography, and much more.
“Memoirs of a Geisha” -- Columbia Picuters (December, 2005 release):
This acclaimed film features a dramatic sumo scene, with remarkable visuals. We are proud to have worked on the film with costuming, casting, choreography, technical advice, set construction, art department, translating, research, directing sumo wrestlers on set, procuring sumo gear, and more. Don't miss the sumo interview with our staff on the “Memoirs of a Geisha” bonus DVD.
TELEVISION
Our sumo wrestlers have appeared and performed in more than 80 television shows, including sports shows favorites like “The Best Damn Sports Show Period”, “ESPN's Mohr Sports”, “Martial Arts TV” and “Black Belt TV”. Comedy and dramatic appearances include “The New Tom Green Show”, “Mind of Mencia”, “True Life”, “Suite Life”, “Big Brother” (in Spanish), “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno”, “Discovery Time Warp”, “Bigg Boss”, ESPN “Sport Science”, “Strangers in Danger”, and many, many more. Our Sumo Talent have also been featured in over 100 television news specials since the 1990s, locally, nationally, and around the world.
TV COMMERCIALS & PRINT ADVERTISING
We have a broad network of sumo models and sumo actors worldwide who have been featured in many American and international and print advertising for products including automobiles, pharmaceuticals, banks, soft drinks, watches, fashion wear, sports equipment, food products, alcohol, insurance, electronics, high tech software, cosmetics, credit cards, and many more.
LIVE EVENTS & COMPETITIONS
We have produced over 200 sumo exhibitions, demonstrations, lectures, and other live events in over 20 countries (6 continents) and 10 states throughout the U.S. Some exhibitions are performed in stadiums packed with 30,000 people, while other demonstrations are performed for small groups at private parties, corporate events, or black tie celebrations. Our educational lectures and exhibitions have been held at over 20 high schools and universities. We also produce regular sumo competitions, especially the world-recognized US Sumo Open (since 2001). See More >>
We have worked with some of the greatest sumo legends – and more than 45 other Japanese professional sumo wrestlers! Sumo superstars include Konishiki, Akebono, Musashimaru, Yamamotoyama.
Other ARCHIVES
TV:
Food Network, KTLA Morning News, Fox Good Day LA, MTV “True Life", Martial Arts TV, ESPN Mohr Sports, Best Damn Sports Show Period, National Geographic, Cartoon Network "Dude, What Would Happen", "Strangers in Danger", Discovery “Time Warp”, “Gran Hermano”, “Bigg Boss”, ESPN “Sport Science”, and dozens more.
Commercial:
KGB (USA), Beechams (UK), Kia (South Africa) Toshiba (UK), Sano (Israel), Bud Light (Mexico) Tekken (USA), Ford (USA), Microsoft X-Box (USA), Solid Works (USA) , Subaru (Canada), Phillips AMBX (global), Astrive Loans (USA), American Express (USA), Visa (Canada), Landrover (USA), Aguila Beer (Colombia) , Subway (Canada), Power Automotive Group (USA), Captain Morgan (global), Neutrogena (USA) , Dannon Yogurt (Europe) , Nurofen (global), Inbursa Bank (Mexico), Dish TV (USA), Time Force (Spain), Subaru (CANADA), Kansas Lottery (USA), Jim Beam (USA), Melaleuca (global), Oxfam (global), Kaspersky (USA), and dozens more.
Magazine:
ESPN Magazine, Grappling Magazine, Los Angeles Times (8x), GQ Magazine, Maxim Magazine, Chicago Tribune, Automobile Magazine, Best Life Magazine
Live Events & Demos:
Arnold Sports Festival, Beverly Hills Friars Club, California State Games, Grand Sumo Open, National Cherry Blossom Festival, Kansas Japan Festival, Arizona Matsuri, Pasadena Cherry Blossom Festival, Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival, Asian Heritage Festival, Nisei Week, Tofu Festival, Ohio Festivals, Monterey Park Cherry Blossom Festival, Springfield Festivals, and many more.