Life as a female sumo wrestler in Japan, Jyuri Beniya

Having started Sumo wrestling in school, Jyuri Beniya has pushed through physical challenges and stigma to pursue her passion.

Jyuri Benia (front right) at a sumo ring with other members of the Asahi University's women's sumo club Source: Jyuri Beniya

Jyuri Beniya (second from the left in the back row) holding a trophy Source: Jyuri Beniya

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