The dohyo-iri is more than a ring-entering ritual—it’s a showcase of sumo's rich culture and history. Wrestlers from Juryo (the second division) and Makuuchi (the top division) enter the ring wearing elaborate, colorful kesho-mawashi aprons, each uniquely designed to reflect their individuality and heritage.

Higher-ranked wrestlers take center stage, performing ancient movements to purify the ring. This centuries-old ritual honors the spiritual essence of sumo, blending athleticism with reverence.