Japan Sumo Association Chairman Hakkaku says that eliminating violence is the top priority for Japan’s ancient sport following successive scandals involving physical abuse.
Hakkaku held a news conference Monday at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo after the JSA’s board of councilors approved the results of February’s board of directors election and he was elected by his peers for a third term as chairman.
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