A tough, desperate kid becomes a sumo wrestler, captivating fans with his cocky attitude — and upsetting an industry steeped in tradition.
Sanctuary (Season 1)
Episode 1 7.2
Air date: 2023-05-04
Runtime: 61 min
Overview: With the promise of money, a poor kid from Fukuoka joins a sumo training stable, but his cocky attitude doesn't score him any points.
Episode 2 7.0
Air date: 2023-05-04
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: Kiyoshi reluctantly goes to a hostess club with his seniors. Hungry for vengeance, he challenges his seniors during a practice match.
Episode 3 7.0
Air date: 2023-05-04
Runtime: 51 min
Overview: To pay for his father's hospital bills, Kiyoshi resorts to some dirty tactics. His stable master finally gives him his ring name: Enno.
Episode 4 7.0
Air date: 2023-05-04
Runtime: 52 min
Overview: After acting out publicly, Enno's position is in danger – until his stable master's wife comes to the rescue. But his opponents grow in determination.
Episode 5 7.0
Air date: 2023-05-04
Runtime: 55 min
Overview: With an injured knee, senior sumo wrestler Enya contemplates his future. Meanwhile, Enno becomes even more arrogant as he continues his winning streak.
Episode 6 7.0
Air date: 2023-05-04
Runtime: 55 min
Overview: With the reporter's words ringing in his ears, Shizuuchi gives Enno a match he won't ever forget. Later, Shizuuchi revisits his dark past.
Episode 7 7.0
Air date: 2023-05-04
Runtime: 65 min
Overview: Enno finds a newfound respect and focus, surprising and energizing his stablemates; but his bout with Shizuuchi has had a lasting effect on him.
Episode 8 7.0
Air date: 2023-05-04
Runtime: 32 min
Overview: Enya's retirement ceremony is held. A new year and a new season begins; for his first match, Enno will go up against none other than Shizuuchi.
Seasons
Episodes 8