{"id":8198,"date":"2018-03-01T09:00:19","date_gmt":"2018-03-01T00:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/inst\/icc\/?p=8198"},"modified":"2018-03-26T11:10:08","modified_gmt":"2018-03-26T02:10:08","slug":"icc-x-waseda-sumo-club-the-sumo-exchange-lets-watch-waseda-cup-and-eat-wrestlers-nabe-apr-22nd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/inst\/icc\/news\/2018\/03\/01\/8198\/","title":{"rendered":"\u3010Sign Up Period: March 22 – April 18\u3011ICC \u00d7 Waseda Sumo Club: The Sumo Exchange – Let’s Watch The Waseda Cup and Eat Chanko Nabe! -(Apr. 22)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Poster<\/a><\/p>\n

Waseda University’s Sumo Club is a historic athletic club that was founded in 1917.
\nAmong its many achievements, the Sumo Club was involved in the production of the sumo scene in NHK’s currently airing istorical drama “Segodon”.
\nEven the leading actor, Mr. Suzuki Ryohei, practiced for the scene in Waseda’s Sumo Club`s dojo!<\/p>\n

This time, the ICC has planned a tour to watch the 8th “Waseda Cup” (a sumo tournament for Waseda students) organized by the Sumo Club and to enjoy a social mixer with Chanko Nabe.<\/p>\n

Sumo is a Japanese martial art. It is based on Japan’s ancient Shinto beliefs, and is also a Shinto ritual.
\nBefore we watch the tournament, there will be explanations in Japanese and English about Sumo’s history, rules, etc. So, even if you do not know much about Sumo now, you will be able to enjoy the thrilling matches of the tournament.
\nThen, after the “Waseda Cup” is over, you can mingle with everyone and eat Chanko Nabe!<\/p>\n

This is a rare chance to watch a Sumo match from ringside!
\nIf you are interested in Sumo, if you are interested in Japan’s traditional culture, if you want to make more friends, do not miss this chance and join us!<\/p>\n

Date<\/h5>\n

April 22 (Sun.) 2018<\/p>\n

Time<\/h5>\n

9:00am-1:00pm<\/p>\n

Place<\/h5>\n

Higashi-Fushimi Campus (Seibu-Shinjuku Line; meet at the ticket gate of Higashi-Fushimi Station, finish at the event location.)<\/p>\n

Program<\/h5>\n

1. Sumo lecture, 2. Watching the “Waseda Cup”, 3. Chanko nabe party<\/p>\n

Eligibility<\/h5>\n

All Waseda Students<\/p>\n

Language<\/h5>\n

English and Japanese<\/p>\n

Fee<\/h5>\n

Free. Please pay the travel cost to\/from Higashi-Fushimi Station by yourself. (If travelling from Takadanobaba Station take the Seibu-Shinjuku Line to Higashi-Fushimi Station. A one way ticket is 240 yen.)<\/p>\n

Item to bring<\/h5>\n

Slippers or indoor shoes<\/p>\n

Registration<\/h5>\n

Required : http:\/\/bit.ly\/2FMS3b7<\/a><\/p>\n

Deadline<\/h5>\n

Apr. 18, (Wed) 9:00am<\/p>\n

Capacity<\/h5>\n

40 students (A lottery will be held if applications exceed capacity and a mail will be sent notifying all applicants on the application deadline day.)<\/p>\n

Important points when applying<\/h5>\n

In general, cancellation after applying is not accepted. Please check your schedule carefully before applying.<\/p>\n

Cancellation Policy<\/h5>\n

http:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/inst\/icc\/?p=5275<\/a><\/p>\n

Sumo Club of Waseda University<\/h5>\n

Established in 1917. It is an athletic club that continues to preserve sumo while continuing to grow, by facing new challenges every day. It also holds the annual Waseda Cup and strives to recruit and foster new wrestlers.<\/p>\n

Major achievements in the past 10 years (exc. 2017 achievements)
\nThe 94th All Japan University Sumo Championship B Class – Team Champion
\nThe 89th East Japan University Sumo Championship B Class – Team Champion
\nThe 64th East Japan University Sumo League 2nd Group – Team Champion<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Waseda Cup\uff08Sumo Tournament\uff09<\/h5>\n

Tournament organized by the Sumo Club since 2011 to promote interest towards Sumo.
\nNo matter if you are a beginner, regardless of your experience level, As long as you are a Waseda student, you can join the tournament.
\nAlso, the head judge for the tournament is none other than Waseda alumnus and the Sumo Club’s Special Advisor;\u00a0 Demon Kakka (Musician).
\nRegistration: By e-mail to: shirodai59\u25ceruri.waseda.jp (PIC: Asada)
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*Responses will only be in Japanese*<\/p>\n

Inquiries<\/h5>\n

Tel: 03-5286-3990\u00a0 E-mail: field-trip@list.waseda.jp<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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