So long Hakuho, Hello Miyagino!

One of the greatest yokozuna grand champions of all time Hakuho held his retirement ceremony on January 28 in Tokyo. Lots of people from around the world came to see his final moment with the topknot. After his hair was cut off, stablemaster Miyagino pledged his continued efforts in raising the next superstar just like him.
00:00 Hiro’s opening comment
00:55 History of Hakuho
02:01 Fans react to Hakuho’s retirement
03:16 Hakuho’s final ring-entering ceremony
04:48 Special exhibits and souvenirs
05:42 Distinguished guests from around the world
07:14 Hakuho’s master trims entire topknot
07:57 Hakuho makes his pledge
09:06 Hakuho gets a new hairstyle
09:36 Hiro’s final comment
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[@sumoprimetime7506]

With the excitement still lingering around the Kokugikan from the New Year's Tournament, the place was filled with enthusiasm and mixed emotions on January 28 as former yokozuna Hakuho held his retirement ceremony. Many who came to the event were sad to see him officially retire, but they were also happy to celebrate his new departure. The ceremony drew international attention as distinguished guests from around the world attended the event to congratulate the former yokozuna's magnificent accomplishments as a rikishi and also offer encouragement on his new endeavor. As Hakuho bid farewell to his topknot which is a symbol of a professional rikishi, he pledged his utmost effort as a stablemaster Miyagino to raise the next superstar. He looks absolutely young and dandy with the new hairstyle! We have nothing but a respect for one of the all-time greats and wish him nothing but the best moving forward as a stablemaster. Thank you Hakuho and Go Miyagino oyakata!

[@markushuecker719]

Dear Hiro, your previous video has received more comments than any other, mostly due to the disappointment of the international fan community about NHK going after Jason’s sumo channel, one of the fondest ambassadors of sumo. I am sure you know some of the reasoning behind it, and for us international sumo fans it would be fantastic and maybe healing if you could chip in some background, provide some explanations, reply to some of the comments, or give any kind of feedback. We all love sumo, and personally I like your content a lot, but if you really want to grow a warm hearted community, I would love to see Jason receive some credit for his decade long dedication, invite him over, interview him, give him some tickets. You get my point. All the best to your channel. Great video!

[@gomezaddams8554]

Gosh it sure would be good to see some of his matches, but seeing as though your obliterating overseas sumo promoters I guess not. I have utter contempt for NHKs actions. Look forward to seeing me in your comment section going forward because this content? Substandard at best

[@raphaelverde4571]

one of the most accomplished? you meant the MOST accomplished right? just dont be a japa and give the guy deserving credit..thx for your attention

[@jornavyr2459]

@@markushuecker719 Kintamayama gone today as well now. NHK have done a real great job in chasing us away.

[@user-wv7kh7vl1v]

Thank you for your wonderful video, Hiro-san! I really enjoyed the interview with Kakuryu Oyakata(^ ^)/ His haircut ceremony is on June 3rd, so please post wonderful videos at that time as well!

[@RDG99]

I still can't believe he's retired... Truly one of the greatest athletes of our time.

[@luciagianquitto4010]

Don't let me think about It i still cry about this retirement

[@mbc8412]

In the level of MJ, Tiger Woods, Bolt, Phelps...

[@nihleigleca6702]

I still can't get over the fact that JSA denied the GOAT his ichidai toshiyori title 😶

[@TKK_Biggest_Fan]

He is not one of the greatest because he is the greatest. Hakuho Sho will be Number 1 for decades and decades to come. Hakuho will be the Goat of sumo for a long long time. Long live the King!!!

[@xxxqwertxxx]

I teared up watching the ceremony, It was so emotional. We’ll miss him so much as Hakuho but I’m so happy he’ll be raising the next gen of rikishi. Thank you, Hiro!

[@LauraJdogmom]

His rikishi have already broken one record, with Ochiai taking just one basho to achieve sekitori status. I just wish that Ishiura would come back. Sadly, his neck does not seem to be getting better.

[@honey-fe6pj]

Cannot agree more - think about all the present and future rikishi who can gain so much from his knowledge. Persistence and patience.

[@davidnemoseck9007]

Same, in getting a little emotional while watching this.

[@TheCheeseBaron]

Hakuho is immortal. He will be talked about in 1000 years. I can't wait to watch coach Miyagino's career

[@MoonToken]

seeing how the sport is slowly dying an how the new generation is/how technology is, i highly doubt that will happen tbh

[@plurplursen7172]

I believe the next Sumo golden era will become incredible popular in the west. I am talking football level popular!

[@belmarmom]

Hakuho isn't only a champion rikishi, he's a true gentleman, a loving husband and father and a classy guy. I wish him all the best as a stablemaster.

[@robstorm]

hakuho roaring over teru -- that image will forever be my favorite sumo moment

[@sharwasharwa2689]

We Mongolians are very grateful for Monkhbat Davaajargal's historic success in Japanese sumo wrestling and set a record of winning 45 tournaments... We accept this as a good example of the Mongolian people's patience and wisdom to the world... Thank you very much to the people of Japan who warmly welcome and support our Mongolians... I am very happy that Mongolians have come to understand better that we are very close people if we have a common race... greetings to all of you who support sumo wrestling on KZbin..👏👏👏.😍❤💙❤✌✌✌

[@LucidFlameX]

What a champion he was. His love for the sport shined so brightly when he kissed the dohyo. He has some excellent wrestlers under him already, so may it continue long into the future. Thank you, Miyagino-oyakata!

[@petezm]

Hakuho is the reason why I became a sumo super fan!

[@Beos_Valrah]

For me it's none other than Asashoryu the legend!

[@petezm]

@@Beos_Valrah Asashoryu was a fantastic rikishi I really love them both When they wrestle was always unforgettable Those 2 made Mongolia famous Some people think Asashoryu and Hakuho were rivals but it's not true Of course they became rivals after Hakuho's Ozeki and further Yokozuna Promotion....but in the early days, Asashoryu was a model to Hakuho. Hakuho learned a lot from the elder Mongolian. Even Hakuho's father liked Asashoryu. Two of the greatest ever! What a privilege to watch them!

[@chwhite6886]

My dream came true being able to see this historic event in person and also meeting you near the front gate (I was the gaijin woman in the bright red coat); my friends are so envious!. And thanks for the SPT sticker!

[@Poohze01]

I had tears in my eyes a few times watching the ceremony. Such a magnificent wrestler! Such a career! Thanks Hiro, and Sumo Prime Time.

[@urekah37]

Incredible events truly appreciate the effort to include the English speaking viewers in this historic event 👏 👏👏 vary emotional.

[@HoopsMcCann]

Thank you for everything, Hakuho 🐐

[@JorgeLourenco000]

I get emotional seeing him retire, can't believe it's real. Thank you for the insight

[@yorkshirepudding9860]

Thank you for the coverage. We will miss Hakuho and wish him well in his new life.

[@texeltexel2009]

Damn, that was emotional. Hakuho, the GOAT!

[@denomreget]

no doubt!

[@UsamaKhan-1992]

Thank you Hakuho for Next level sumo. I started watching sumo just because of this man and i love it ♥️

[@Chrree]

I always admired Hakuho for his incredible skills. He was like a sumo god and in a hundred years he will be a legend to every rikishi and fan. I'm so glad I had the chance to see him fight and I was really sad when I heared about his retirement. He'll always be one of my absolute favorites.

[@oliverclothesoff5397]

This was an emotional video for me, I can just imagine how felt there at the kokugikan. Thanks for sharing. At 9:00 you can tell Hakuho is reluctant to step off the dohyo for the last time. Great content.

[@oliverclothesoff5397]

I believe Hakuho is the incarnation of fighting spirit.

[@Beos_Valrah]

So are Asashoryu, Hoshoryu etc.

[@UsamaKhan-1992]

G.O.A.T ♥️ 😢 i miss those days when hakuho was in action

[@Dephire]

It would be incredible to be there in person! I'd be tearing up so much. The danpatsu-shiki is always such an emotional event for me - and this isn't just any ordinary one. This is the topknot snipping of the greatest of all time! Hakuhō's rich legacy will no doubt live on through the rikishi he trains as Miyagino oyakata. Thanks for the video as always, Hiro!

[@Fuu_Sho]

I am so happy I was there in Person, once in a life time Event I'll remember for ever.

[@mitchellbrian2585]

I wish I could have been there! I think he will do great things as Miyagino. Also, was that Takamiyama snipping his hair? Wow! How cool. Also, wish there was a service to pay for/watch old sumo bashos in full.

[@DeathLetterBlues44]

Yes that was Takamiyama.🙂

[@denisetaylor4528]

I saw that too and I thought I was seeing things! Takamiyama was my first ever favourite rikishi when I lived in Sapporo as an exchange student in 1982! And I’ve been a sumo fan ever since! To see him looking so well and to see him as part of this momentous occasion- I tested up all over again 🧡

[@ericdietz1795]

Dang! Guy with the beard? He didn't look Japanese, but somehow I couldn't place him further.

[@mitchellbrian2585]

@@ericdietz1795 yes that one. :)

[@denisetaylor4528]

@@ericdietz1795 he’s from Hawaii- the Hawaiian sumo contingent very strong back in the day and lead to yokozunas Akebono, Konishiki and Musashimaru to name a few. But Takamiyama (Jessie) lead the charge and still such a beloved favourite by many 😊

[@cheetonips6399]

It is a landmark of sumo and the end of an era, a great champion that overcame pain and took on the challenges of a whole new world and changed it for everyone. He has started a new chapter, he is now father, master, teacher and mentor; that’s what the last 14 years were leading up to. A great rikishi, a great yokozuna, a great elder and a man that made history in a land he learned to love. Thank you, Hakuho and good luck!

[@putalaweaweonoh]

Hakuho is a living legend. Future generations will talk about this man and his legacy as a wrestler. What fills me up of hope and happiness is the fact that he's starting another legacy, but this time as an oyakata. Greetings from Chile Sumo Prime Time and Sumo World!

[@IxGustavson]

Can we have Jason back please ?

[@Old.Dude_1969]

Hakuho... THANK YOU THANK YOU.

[@alharrington6973]

Love seeing him with his family 9:30

[@svinoed]

Greatest yokozuna! So sad to see his last dohyi-iri.

[@Beos_Valrah]

Not really his last though, you just have to wait 22 years for that one 😉

[@rhystilshadowhelm]

A fitting, outstanding end to an equally outstanding Rikishi. While the era of Hakuho has come to and end, his era of Miyagino is only just beginning. The future of the Sumo sport is looking very bright with both the current and upcoming Rikishi active today. What a time to be a fan!

[@LordStandley17]

Little advice for the jsa, make a way to easily view past basho in full ( at least top division) as a streaming service. You could charge like 5 USD or the equivalent and make a killing/grow and mend the relationship with the international sumo community. It's a win-win for you guys and us.

[@Hollowwsstory]

6:24 Hakuho really fighting back the emotions here, what a moment! Maybe the most historic retirement ceremony of all time

[@wannaknit]

Such a shame NHK appear to have taken down all the foreign KZbin channels so there is no way for foreign Sumo fans to watch the matches now (apart from highlights only show)

[@MKcLTM]

i had no trouble to find all matches.. thanks natto :)

[@dragma907]

Some amazing moments there, Hakuho pressing his head to the dohyo as if saying goodbye for the last time to an old friend. Not a dry eye in the house I'd bet.

[@42opinions43]

Truly the end of an era. Looking forward to seeing all the rikishi who come up through Miyagino stable. Best of luck Ochiai!

[@catalinegreanu]

Emotional... THE GREATEST OF ALL TIMES!!!!

[@jonaderjona5805]

It saddens me so to see one of the strongest men in the world holding back tears. Such a fierce fighter; and such a gentle soul.

[@nickhao23]

GREATEST sumo rikishi of all time, truly the most storied and accomplished. I wished I had knew sumo earlier to watch his matches but he will live on as being the best. Thank you Hakuho.

[@fussel5000]

So... with every other sumo channel being taken down, when will you and the NHK start putting the whole tournament day on KZbin for the international audience to enjoy?

[@erikphillips9989]

crying rn. also: free Jason's Sumo Channel

[@johnson6099]

I saw Hakuho for the first time on a National Geographic documentary (2008) about sumo during my senior year of high school. It was so amazing to see the true world of sumo, all the dedication and hard that it takes to get to the top! From then on, I loved sumo and Japan even more.

[@dexterm2003]

Hakuho was soo dominant and amazing to watch! It is great to see this covered so well. I still think that he was robbed of having honorary elder stock granted with how much he has done for sumo for the decades.

[@FlavumSignum]

I became a fan of sumo because of Hakuho, GOAT!

[@jimlimberakis8115]

I came to sumo the last three years of Hakuho’s tenure. I marveled at his skill and desire to win. He was the greatest Yokozuna in my opinion. I am sure he will impart great wisdom upon his stable. He will be missed.

[@jriron1]

Thanks for the covering! long live Hakuho!!!

[@gaijin988]

Wonderful tribute to Hakuho. Thanks, Hiro and team for the great work!

[@mihaelbitola3812]

I am 100% sure that Takakeisho and Hoshoryu are watching and thinking, I must to perform the dohyo iri one day.

[@Alex-gc7yv]

He looks so good in short hair!

[@msapolu1]

Thank you sumo prime time

[@Normandy1944]

Brought a tear to my eye,...but with that said, now Hiro can get Kaisei and Miyagino and do a around town episode and we can enjoy those two horsing around.

[@LE0N0VICH]

Sopranos vibe when they show him in his dojo.

[@Trollioli]

I waited the whole video to see Hakuho with his new hair style.

[@DeformCreativity]

I started watching Sumo during COVID lockdown. Sumo gave me something to look forward to! AMAZING to experience this man.. and now watching him start as a Stablemaster! WOW!

[@AFrenchman31]

Best video I've seen so far from Sumo PT! Keep up the great work!

[@quackkuryu4680]

there's a 2007 video of young Hiro talking about the new yokozuna Hakuho on KZbin somewhere

[@markushuecker719]

Hiro, thank you for this amazing and moving footage!

[@SoberOKMoments]

Left while still a winning winner! What a tremendous athlete and terrific representative of the sport of sumo. An all around terrific human being who will be much missed, but well represented by those lucky enough to train under his leadership.

[@WhatAboutTheBee]

Beautiful tribute Sumo Prime Time. Thank you for that Hiro. It is appreciated.

[@JorgeDiaz-on6ht]

I’m the words of the men of the Night’s Watch-“we will never see his like again”… Truly the greatest of all time!

[@ARMY-ep6fz]

What a honor it must have been to cover his ceremony. Thank u sumo primetime..

[@veggieworksbold]

Thanks Hiro! Looking forward to the next one!

[@chadhagans6687]

What is happening? Hiro, I hope the JSA & NHK have a plan to broadcast sumo outside Japan this next basho. NHK has decided to have KZbin strike all the channels that provide basho coverage for those of us outside Japan. So we have to stay off twitter following everyday of the tournament till NHK uploads there highlights almost 24hrs later. Either put out highlight coverage as soon as the bow twirling is done or leave the fans who post the fights; not for monetary gain, but for the love of sumo, alone.

[@denomreget]

The sumo tournaments will be incomplete without him. I say goodbye to the strongest, bravest, honorable and "fierce" athlete of all time.I will miss you so much! Cheers from Romania!

[@mikekingtaberna8917]

thanks for this. wonderful journalism.

[@Rush-uo2sx]

I was waiting for this video.

[@llcollinstx]

Enjoyed watching all the footage shared on youtube from this event. Wish I could have been there in person to celebrate Hakuho's contributions to sumo.

[@davidsteuber7174]

Thank you for the video. Good to see Takamiyama Daigoro.

[@NJ-xyz13]

I always look forward to your videos! I didn't know that you were reporting on Sumo that long time! I wonder if you were also invited to the retirement ceremony! I really wish we could watch the Grand Sumo matches in the U.S., too... The next tournament in March will be very interesting and I just want to watch the upper divisions with commentary. I look forward to more of your videos, too, Hiro! Thank you! 👍😄

[@jasonpotter274]

Man, I forgot how violent that bout between Terunofuji and Hakuho was. Epic battle.

[@lizjohnson2377]

Oh WOW...... I will Truly miss him....

[@djemilamesmoudi9054]

Hakuho the legend mila from France

[@masterchiefy830]

Thank you for all those Wonderful Matches.

[@SciModeler]

I've watched him since 7 years ago! Truly GOAT of sumo! Thank you, Hakuho!!

[@orctiz]

Long like the GOAT. Thank you for the show Hiro and NHK. SUMO PRIME TIME!!!!

[@chrisworkman5288]

Thanks for sharing.

[@andreamattis4785]

Nothing but respect, gratitude and admiration to the greatest sumo wrestler of all times.

[@aamontalto]

Thank you for this. Rikishi Hakuho has reached the end of the road. And what a journey it has been! I am privileged to have witnessed the latter part of it. These last bashos have seemed a little bit hollow for me without Yokozuna Hakuho. But I’m eager to follow his career as stable master. New journey ahead.

[@xaralampos1990]

First time we see hakuho with the new haircut in sumo prime time thank you for the great content

[@siddbastard]

I love Japan and its tradition !!

[@anorangewithacapybaraunder2370]

Hakuho has set the bar so high that I don’t think Takakeisho has what it takes to become Yokozuna

[@wjhslib]

Totally bummed about Kinta, Natto and Jason all being booted off KZbin. How are we supposed to watch sumo outside of Japan now???

[@ruth-6079]

It was truly sad, and yet I believe he will produce a Yokozuna now as a stablemaster.

[@JugglerOfWords]

Hakuho is truly a candidate for the greatest of all time in any sport.... will be looking forward to following the new generation of Miyagino stars in the coming basho....

[@jacknapier5.7]

Tears in my eyes when his former stablemaster cut the top knot. Oh and what a gentle mama he has ! So long Hakuho 🙏

[@thomasribiere2793]

You can see he is deeply moved. When you are a professional top level rikishi like him, all his life was about sumo. Must have been a special day for him as it was for us.

[@ssfc1974]

I lived in Japan during the mid-1970s when Wajima, the veteran Yokozuna, and Kitanoumi, the youngest ever Yokozuna, were battling. I knew Kitanoumi would excel and he set many impressive records during his career. I was saddened by his untimely death and I am sure he would have been delighted to see Hakuho completely rewrite the record books and solidify his place as the greatest Yokozuna of all time. Well, at least Kitanoumi is still the youngest Yokozuna...although Hakuho's Miyagino stable has Ochiai -- youngest to reach Juryo and who knows what's next for the young man being tutored by the great Hakuho.

[@chrism4008]

I love the retirement ceremonies of sumo so much!

[@reggiebanks7627]

I know nothing about this sport but this has me crying. The pageantry the honor the tradition wow just beautiful

[@kingrama2727]

Between Hakuho retiering and Jason’s all sumo channel getting killed by NHK, it is a sad day for sumo

[@Beos_Valrah]

Not just Jason's but also 2 other big sumo channels... It really is a sad time for foreign sumo fans.

[@ericdietz1795]

I noticed I couldn't get [redacted's] videos this tournament--the legal department is cracking down?

[@paulhanke1]

Jason's content was better than anything NHK does in English. Sumo Prime Time coverage of tournaments is horrible. They should hire Jason Harris!!!!!

[@Wysedroid]

We love you Hakuho!

[@nancypeteja6560]

He will make a hood stable master and he looks very handsome. I❤SUMO🌸

[@ManlaiChonos]

Any idea why Asashoryu was absent from the event?

[@lordhuggington9615]

Great video as always Hiro and team. I hope you can add videos of all the bouts daily ( during the basho ) in the near future as options for sumo fans around the world seem to be suddenly disappearing at a time when you are trying to promote sumo to that same group of potential fans. I love sumo and hope something like this happens soon.

[@eagleeyes5844]

HAKUHO....THE G.O.A.T.... THANK YOU !!

[@serhiidanylenko3015]

It was so emotional to see Hakuho’s cryin🥹

[@matthewtaylor3102]

As a sumo newcomer, this was very touching, it's a great tradition. You could see what it meant to the man and the respect being paid from every corner for an incredible competitor who's completely mastered his craft. Great stuff! I'm enjoying the channel a lot, keep up the great work!

[@melchizedekful]

you.... ehhh.

[@jonbauml225]

Touching ceremony

[@wyzdomate]

I love SUMO because of him...

[@gritgritgrit]

Any kind of new outside support sumo has gotten will die with the channels that've been killed. Its such a shame. Just so totally unnecessary.