I always enjoyed watching sumo when I was stationed in Japan. Even went to few of the basho. It was interesting. The retirement of Chionofuji was a big deal back in 1991.
I’ve lived in Japan since 1985 and have fond memories of watching sumo with my Japanese wife back then when Chionofuji was at his peak . Only saw sumo live once and it was a danpatsushiki for Asahio . I got free tickets through a private student of mine and took a Japanese friend . The wife stayed home with our baby daughter . She and I quit watching sumo for many years but started watching again about 2 years ago . Where were you stationed ?