I took this while in Japan. It’s of Sumo wrestlers training during their asa geiko (Early Morning Sumo Practice) at a sumo beya (sumo training stable). So long as you comply with a few simple rules (no flash photography, no sitting with your feet towards the wrestlers), then guests (and photographers) are welcome. You won’t find it on organised tours of Japan, but it was one of the most interesting and personal experiences of Japan I’ve yet had.

I’ll post more from this series soon but in the meantime, this was one of my favourite shots.