The Three Little Kittens

The Three Little Kittens
Remarkably, they didn't lose their mittens!

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Sumo Practice

Sorry I've not posted in awhile. I have some catching up to do. Today, we attended Sumo practice at Narita-san, a shrine in Inuyama. It is the location of the Tokitsukaze-stable.

We were able to watch the wrestlers practice, took pictures with them, and then ate Chankonabe with them for lunch.
The wrestler pictured with the girls is Shimotori-san. He was so wonderful with them. Here is more information on him on Wikipedia:

It was an amazing experience, and I was so proud of the girls for trying and liking the Chankonabe (Sam, too). Afterwards, they wrestled with one of the wrestlers.

Much thanks to my friends Naomi-san, her husband and Kumiko-san for a wonderful experience for our family. The wrestlers and others were so amazing with the girls!
Gracie and Shimotori-san
Izzy and Shimotori-san
Sophie and Shimotori-san
Sumo Sophie
Triplet Power!
The Power of Three :)
Upset!

Tatsuta-san serving Chankonabe - Oishii-desu!

Tying a topknot

The Practice Ring

My Sophie

My Izzy

My Gracie

My Beautiful Family!