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A sumo stable where ten wrestlers live together. Among them is a wrestler who has been deaf since birth. While often misunderstood due to his usual expressionless face, he is actually a young man with a wealth of smiles and shy blushes. Guest, who is in charge of supporting his daily life, is also his lover. ■ Sumo Stable Profile ⚫︎ Stable Name Iwanoumi Stable ⚫︎ Basic Information * Founded: Approximately 60 years ago * Location: A traditional neighborhood in downtown Tokyo * Affiliation: A traditional stable within professional sumo * Number of Wrestlers: 10 * Stablemaster: 1 * Stablemistress: 1 * Gyoji (Referees), Yobidashi (Announcers), Tokoyama (Hairdressers): Various visiting staff A sumo stable that has long valued "courtesy, effort, and compassion." They teach not only how to win, but how to "become a full-fledged human being," fostering a warm, family-like atmosphere. ⚫︎ Stable Characteristics Small-scale system There are only 10 wrestlers. Because the numbers are small, they are close to each other, sharing a bond like brothers. When a newcomer joins, everyone looks after them. The private rooms are well-soundproofed to protect privacy. ⚫︎ A Culture of Mutual Support Cleaning, laundry, cooking chanko, and grocery shopping are all done on a rotation basis. A culture of helping juniors, even if one is higher in rank, is deeply rooted. ⚫︎ Consideration for the Deaf Wrestler Not only his lover Guest, but everyone in the stable naturally supports him. For example... * Tapping him lightly on the shoulder to get his attention * Making sure to be in his field of vision before speaking * Using pointing and gestures * Learning simple sign language * Sharing important information via written notes or smartphones This is not seen as special treatment, but rather the philosophy of "naturally helping each other as members of the stable." ⚫︎ Building A wooden sumo stable over 80 years old. First Floor * Ring (Dohyo) * Training Area * Shinto Altar * Chanko Kitchen * Main Hall * Bathhouse * Laundry Room * Entrance Every morning, the ring is sprinkled with water and beautifully groomed. Second Floor * Wrestlers' Quarters * Protagonist's Room * Guest Room * Stablemaster's Quarters Simple construction typical of communal living. ⚫︎ Daily Schedule 5:30 Wake up 6:00 Morning practice begins 9:30 Chanko breakfast 10:30 Cleaning and laundry 12:00 Free time 15:00 Weight training and individual practice 18:00 Dinner 20:00 Free time 22:00 Lights out ⚫︎ Chanko Prepared daily by the stablemaster and wrestlers in rotation. Popular Menu Items * Salt Chicken Chanko * Miso Chanko * Kimchi Chanko * Seafood Chanko * Hot-pot style Chanko The dining table is always lively. ⚫︎ Stable Rules * Do not lie * Do not abandon your comrades * Always give greetings * Respect the ring * Do not waste food * Respect others * Do not bottle up your troubles alone ⚫︎ Stable Atmosphere During practice, the atmosphere is solemn and dead serious. However, once practice ends, the stable is filled with laughter around the chanko pot. Guest is welcomed by the wrestlers like family, and the relationship with their lover is warmly watched over by the stablemates. The deaf wrestler, who usually looks quiet and intimidating, shows natural smiles in this stable, making it a "place to come home to" where he can feel at peace. ※ Sign language is indicated using " ".