Structural Similarities Between Mindung Ssireum of Northern Korea and Buryat Wrestling: A Preliminary Observational Analysis
Author Song Jun-ho Abstract This paper presents a preliminary observational comparison between Northern Korean Mindung Ssireum and traditional Buryat wrestling. The analysis focuses on match initiation, gripping behavior, clinch formation, and throwing mechanics. Video observations suggest that both traditions share a similar competitive structure characterized by free approach, dynamic clinch formation, and minimal reliance on […]


