Ep. 43
A Cruel Weight Loss
📅 January 20, 1971🕐 25 min
Synopsis
At Shiraki's request, the Joe vs Rikishi bout is officially set. Visiting Shiraki Gym, Danpei is moved by Rikishi's determination to endure the hell of the weight cut, and Joe too worries about the danger to his rival's body. Then Joe happens to spot Nishi — also cutting weight — slipping out in the middle of the night and ducking into a udon shop.