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Fighting dogs are dressed in embroidered aprons modelled on sumo champions' - a rare case of ceremonial textile on an animal.
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The Tosa, also known as the Japanese Mastiff, is a dog breed of Japanese origin that is considered rare. It was originally bred in Tosa, Shikoku (present-day Kōchi), as a fighting dog and the only dog legally allowed in Japanese dog fighting. Ownership is restricted in some countries as a dangerous breed.
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Founded / opened：Edo period Highlights / collection：Yokozuna's ceremonial apron, Embroidered costumes Genre：Textiles and dyeing
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