A yokozuna is the highest rank in the sport of sumo wrestling. This title is awarded to wrestlers who demonstrate exceptional skill, strength, and performance. To achieve this rank, a wrestler must consistently win matches and show dominance in tournaments, particularly in the Grand Sumo Tournaments.
Yokozuna are expected to uphold the traditions and dignity of sumo. They wear a distinctive keshō-mawashi, a ceremonial belt, during their entrance to the ring. The title is not only a mark of athletic prowess but also carries significant cultural importance in Japan, symbolizing excellence in the sport.