[1][2] Born August 1997 in Ajigasawa, Aomori,[3] Kon started wrestling in first grade when she was six, inspired by her siblings' interest, and began competing and winning against boys.
According to sumo's ancient Shinto and Buddhist beliefs, women are not allowed to enter or touch the wrestling ring (dohyō) as they are considered "impure.
"[2][6] The JSA follows this tradition that has been firmly maintained through the centuries, believing it would be a dishonor to all of their ancestors to change it.
[9] Kon was the subject of Little Miss Sumo, a 2019 Netflix documentary directed by Matt Kay that followed her to the 2018 championship.
[5][10] After graduating from university, Kon joined the sumo works team sponsored by Aisin Seiki as its first female member.