From a press release:
“GO BIG OR GO HOME: NORTH END SHAW CELEBRATES CHERRY BLOSSOM SEASON WITH SUMO-SIZED SUNDAY
Professional Sumo Wrestlers, and More Available to Public on Sunday, April 3
WHAT: The Shay and Atlantic Plumbing are gearing up to welcome three world sumo wrestling champions – Yama, Byamba, and Takeshi – for Sumo-Sized Sunday. Open to the public, Sumo-Sized Sunday will offer attendees the chance to not only watch these world-renowned wrestlers engage in some friendly competition, but also try their hand at taking down one of these classically trained fighters. Photo opportunities will be available for those looking for a fun keepsake.
WHO:
· Byamba, 6’1″, 370 lbs, 4-time World Sumo Champion, 5 years Pro Sumo experience
· Yama, 6’4″, 600 lbs, 2-time World Sumo Champion, 3 years Pro Sumo experience, Heaviest Japanese human being in HISTORY!
· Takeshi, 5’8″, 220 lbs, multi-time University Sumo Champion, #1 sumo university in Japan
WHEN: Sunday, April 3, 2016
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WHERE: The Adjacent lot Located at 945 Florida Ave NW”
