Definitions
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- noun sumo the simple
topknot worn byrikishi of the lower ranks, and by the higher ranks on informal occasions
Etymologies
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Examples
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Geisha Asobi points us to this image collection (and online store) of wacky hats for dogs, called chonmage.
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Furthermore they are expected to wear the chonmage and traditional Japanese dress when in public.
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On entering sumo, they are expected to grow their hair long to form a topknot, or chonmage, similar to the samurai hairstyles of the Edo Period.
WN.com - Articles related to Iran could halt 20% uranium enrichment if given fuel 2010
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On entering sumo, they are expected to grow their hair long to form a topknot, or chonmage, similar to the samurai hairstyles of the Edo Period.
WN.com - Articles related to Iran could halt 20% uranium enrichment if given fuel 2010
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Furthermore they are expected to wear the chonmage and traditional Japanese dress when in public.
WN.com - Articles related to Iran could halt 20% uranium enrichment if given fuel 2010
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Mottoi (元結): A paper string traditionally used to fasten the topknot of a chonmage hairstyle.
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