The Exciting Return of Ozeki Anazumaki
As Ozeki Anazumaki prepares to compete in the upcoming September Basho, kicking off on September 13, 2026, he does so with the proud support of Teikoku Real Estate, headquartered in Ginza, Tokyo. This prominent real estate company has thrown its backing behind the rising sumo star as he sets his sights on further success within the sport.
In July 2026, Anazumaki made a remarkable return by achieving a stunning record of 12 wins and 3 losses at the Nagoya Basho, regaining his Ozeki status and clinching his third top division championship title. Now, he is determined to aim for consecutive championships as he competes again as an Ozeki.
A Journey of Resilience: Overcoming Injuries to Reclaim Glory
Anazumaki's path to success has not been without its challenges. After earning his first championship and ascending to Ozeki status in the November 2025 Basho, he continued to impress by securing back-to-back victories in January 2026. However, an unfortunate injury forced him to skip the May Basho entirely, leading him to compete as a Sekiwake in July.
In a pre-basho interview, Anazumaki stated,