Sanctuary – Season 1
Episodes
Episode 1
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
Kiyoshi reluctantly goes to a hostess club with his seniors. Hungry for vengeance, he challenges his seniors during a practice match.
Episode 3
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
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
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
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
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
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.