Pinion Tanaka: Cars 2's Victorious Sumo
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Summary
Who is Pinion Tanaka?
Pinion Tanaka is a sumo wrestler car seen in Cars 2 (2011), during the heroes' stop in Tokyo. Imposing and powerful, he is the one who steps onto the dohyō (the fighting ring) against another yokozuna, Kingpin Nobunaga.
The winner of the Tokyo duel
The sumo match is one of the most colorful moments of the Japanese stopover. Under the authority of referee Kimura Kaizo, Pinion Tanaka sends his opponent out of the ring with astonishing ease. The scene sparks laughter from Mater and Lightning McQueen, spectators amused by this quick expulsion from the ring.
A vignette of Japanese culture
Like the kabuki dancer Okuni or the serene Zen Master, Pinion Tanaka belongs to this series of secondary characters that Pixar scattered throughout Cars 2 to pay homage to Japan. Together, they transform the Tokyo background into a living tableau of Japanese culture.
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Summary table
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Role | Sumo wrestler (rikishi) |
| Film | Cars 2 (2011) |
| Scene | Tokyo sumo match |
| Opponent | Kingpin Nobunaga (whom he defeats) |
| Referee | Kimura Kaizo |
| Match outcome | Lightning victory |
FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Pinion Tanaka in Cars 2?
A sumo wrestler car who faces and defeats champion Kingpin Nobunaga during the Tokyo tournament.
Does Pinion Tanaka win his fight?
Yes, he easily knocks Nobunaga out of the ring, to the great amusement of Mater and Lightning McQueen.
Who referees the sumo match in Cars 2?
Kimura Kaizo, the tournament referee.
Is Pinion Tanaka an important character?
No, he is a secondary character from the Japanese stopover, but he marks one of the funniest scenes from the visit to Tokyo.