Books About Sumo

The Best Sumo Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about sumo? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

SumoPuppy
The Shortlist

Our 5 Favorite Books About Sumo

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2022

SumoPuppy

By David Biedrzycki · Book #2 in the SumoKitty series

Can a playful puppy learn the feline art of mouse-catching?

48 pages· 547 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 212 ratings
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Summary: SumoKitty, a seasoned feline, takes on an unlikely apprentice—a boisterous puppy eager to learn the art of mouse-catching. But with her drooling, snoring, and incessant barking, this pup seems more of a hindrance than a help. As chaos ensues in the sumo stable, can this mismatched duo find harmony and friendship? Will the puppy discover her place and win SumoKitty's heart, or is she destined to chase away more than just mice? Dive into this delightful tale of unexpected friendship and see if opposites truly attract.
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2019

Sumo Joe

By Mia Wenjen, Nat Iwata (Illustrator)

A brother must choose between sumo wrestling and including his sister.

40 pages
3.8/5 Goodreads · 248 ratings
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Summary: Sumo Joe loves his Saturday sumo wrestling with friends, where no girls are allowed. But when his little sister wants to join, Joe faces a tough choice. Can he balance being a dedicated sumo wrestler and a caring big brother? As fists and feet fly in their makeshift ring, Joe must decide if family or tradition wins. This playful, rhyming tale explores sibling bonds and the challenge of breaking rules for the ones we love. Will Joe find a way to include his sister without losing his sumo spirit?
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2019

SumoKitty

A cat must train like a sumo to outsmart returning mice.

50 pages· 797 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 988 ratings
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Summary: A stray cat lands a job at a sumo stable, tasked with chasing mice for food. But indulging in sumo-sized meals leaves him too sluggish to catch the returning pests. Determined to regain his agility, he joins the sumo wrestlers in their rigorous training. As he transforms into SumoKitty, he not only becomes a formidable mouse hunter but also inspires the wrestlers with his perseverance. Will his newfound discipline be enough to keep the mice at bay and maintain his place in the stable?
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2024

Sumo Libre

Two friends clash over wrestling styles, but can they unite for a greater cause?

40 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 82 ratings
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Summary: Max and Kenji, passionate about lucha libre and sumo wrestling respectively, find their friendship tested by a heated disagreement. As they part ways, they realize wrestling isn't as fun alone. Can they reconcile and transform their rivalry into a spectacular event for their community? Discover how these two friends overcome differences to create something extraordinary.
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2021

Sumo Counting

Discover numbers and sumo culture in this charming counting adventure.

22 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 85 ratings
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Summary: Step into the world of sumo wrestlers with this delightful counting book. Young readers will explore numbers from one to one hundred while learning about sumo life, from chores to meals. Each page introduces a Japanese word, blending language learning with cultural insights. Perfect for curious minds eager to discover the vibrant world of sumo.
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