sumo referee
The official who judges sumo matches, announces the winner, and calls the wrestlers' names. A highly specialized role with its own ranking system.
The referee raised his fan to indicate the winner.
Grand sumo referees wear distinctive costumes.
He has served as a sumo referee for many years.
He became a sumo referee at a young age.
Some wrestlers are dissatisfied with the referee's ruling.
The everyday counter for people: 一人 (ひとり), 二人 (ふたり), 三人 (さんにん).
More formal than 人 — used for headcounts in reservations, staff lists, and announcements (5名様).
From 行 (to conduct) and 司 (to manage), literally 'one who conducts/manages'. The term is deeply rooted in sumo tradition.
When the referee announced the winner, cheers rose from the crowd.