Komatsuryu Dojo, one of the oldest and most prestigious sumo clubs in Japan emerged triumphant at the 16th National Youngster Sumo Tournament, held at the Kokugikan in Tokyo on October 6th.

It was the first title for the club located on the banks of the Sumida River, and one that held particular significance.

Formed in 1948, Komatsuryu Dojo has trained hundreds of children over the decades, many of whom have gone to careers in professional sumo.