Step into the world of traditional Japanese wrestling with this Amigurumi Sumo Wrestler crochet pattern! 🏆✨ With its sturdy frame, iconic mawashi belt, and determined stance, this design captures the essence of sumo in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a cultural décor piece, a unique gift, or simply love character-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in facial details, belt colors, and even tiny accessories like a miniature trophy or a ceremonial fan to enhance its personality. Choose classic skin tones and black for a traditional look or experiment with bold hues for a playful twist! Whether displayed as part of a themed setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi sumo wrestler is sure to impress. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this mighty competitor to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
💪 Amigurumi Sumo Wrestler Crochet Pattern
Step into the dohyo (sumo ring) with this strong and chubby Amigurumi Sumo Wrestler! With a classic topknot hairstyle, confident stance, and traditional purple mawashi belt, this handmade figure brings a delightful blend of strength, charm, and cultural flair to your collection. He’s the perfect gift for sumo fans and lovers of quirky crochet characters! 🇯🇵🏆
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, attachment of limbs, facial features, and belt detail.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 9–10 inches (23–25 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Beige or Skin tone (Body)
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Brown (Hair and eyebrows)
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Pink (Nose)
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Purple (Mawashi belt)
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Black embroidery thread (Eyes and mouth)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Polyfill stuffing
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Stitch marker
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Yarn needle
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
BLO – Back Loops Only
FO – Fasten Off
🧔 Head & Body (Worked as one piece, start from top of head)
With brown (hair):
MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Round 7–10: sc around (36)
Switch to beige (skin):
Rounds 11–17: sc around (36)
Round 18: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
Round 19: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Insert safety eyes or embroider with black between Rounds 13–14, spaced 6–7 sts apart
Round 20: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Round 21: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff head firmly
Round 22: dec x6 (6)
Body
Round 23: inc x6 (12)
Round 24: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 25: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Round 26: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Round 27: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Round 28–36: sc around (36)
Round 37: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
Round 38: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff firmly
Round 39: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Round 40: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Round 41: dec x6 (6)
FO, weave in.
👃 Nose (Pink)
MR, 5 sc
Round 2: sc around (5)
FO, leave a long tail to sew between eyes.
👁 Eyebrows (Brown – Embroider)
Use surface stitches or straight embroidery to create two angled brows above each eye.
👄 Mouth (Black Embroidery)
Embroider a simple neutral line or slight smile under the nose.
💪 Arms (Make 2 – Beige)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
Rounds 3–10: sc around (9)
Stuff lightly
FO and sew to sides of upper body.
🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Beige)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Rounds 3–8: sc around (12)
Stuff firmly
FO and sew to base of body in standing pose.
💜 Mawashi Belt (Purple)
Ch 26 (or fit around waist snugly)
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across
FO and sew around body waistline.
Front Flap:
Ch 10
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across
Rows 2–3: sc across
FO, sew vertically at front center of belt.
Optional: Add simple braided cords hanging from the front or sides.
🌀 Hair Buns (Make 2 – Brown)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: sc around (12)
Round 4: (1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
FO, stuff lightly and sew to sides of head.
🌀 Topknot (Brown)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Rounds 3–4: sc around (12)
Round 5: dec x6 (6)
FO and sew on top of head.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Weave in all yarn tails neatly
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Shape limbs and body with your hands
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Optional: Light blush on cheeks using fabric paint or blush
Your mighty little sumo wrestler is ready to stomp, grapple, and pose proudly! Whether used as a gift, desk mascot, or cultural keepsake, this handmade rikishi brings strength and charm to every space! 💪🇯🇵✨
