A couple of oversized, half-naked men bashing and pushing each other ... this is the impression that most people have of sumo wrestling, but it is not an accurate or fair description of the sport.
It is a fun and enjoyable sport that is well loved by juniors, according to Samson Mak Yiu-cheung, president of the Hong Kong Sumo Association.
'Kids love to play sumo because it is extremely exciting, fast-paced and simple,' said Mr Mak, who is known as the father of Hong Kong sumo.
'More than 70 per cent of our 500 members are juniors. Matches are short and last less than 10 seconds. Whoever touches the dohyo (wrestling ring) with any part of their body except the feet or gets pushed out of the ring loses. The rules are so straightforward and easy to understand, even for small children.'
Despite its popularity among children, sumo wrestling is not an official sporting event in the Olympics. 'You don't see sumo wrestling at the Olympics or the Asian Games,' said Mr Mak. 'But there may be a chance for it to become an official event. If Tokyo wins the right to host the 2016 Olympics, there will be a great chance of sumo wrestling being included. If that happens, the popularity of sumo will soar.'
The attire that sumo wrestlers wear in matches is also a reason why it is not widely appreciated in Hong Kong.
'Sumo wrestlers have to put on a mawashi, which is the traditional outfit. Many locals think the mawashi looks like a diaper and it's not right for grown men to put on something like that. It is easier for kids to pick up the sport because they are not embarrassed about wearing the mawashi,' said Mr Mak.