Foreign tourists sell out Tokyo sumo show offering glimpse into wrestlers' world

TOKYO - A sumo-themed business in Tokyo's historic Asakusa district is proving a hit with foreign tourists, with its shows selling out as visitors get the opportunity to get up close and personal with former wrestlers.

At the Asakusa Sumo Club, visitors learn the basic stances and movements of sumo, as well as its rules and history, all in English. They even spar with former wrestlers, the show offering a rare glimpse into the world of the traditional Japanese sport, which is dominated by rigid rules and rituals.