Sunday, Sept. 27: Back in Misawa at the "Relax Inn" bar. Being Col. Sonnenberg's favorite "hang joint," a few of us spent the evening intently watching the televised sumo tournament, as we stuffed ourselves with great food. They had everything, including sashimi and were always bringing out more food. Local Sapporo and Kirin beers were the order of the day ... uh, night. The winner of the tournament? Taka Hanada. Unfortunately, I had put my money on a guy that looked like a Samarai John Belushi.

Below: Martysan, bar owner.

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