As far as bizarre human tests of strength and skill go, Japan's creative crazy competitions have everyone beat. From speed drinking to battling large-breasted women to the hot dog-inhaling champ Kobayashi, no one holds a candle to the Japanese.

Is it any surprise then, that an annual crying baby showdown would be held in the land of the rising sun?

For this competition, unsuspecting babies are pitted against each other sumo-style. After being harangued and tormented scarred for life by a priest (let's just let that marinate a moment...), the first baby to lose their shiznit is declared the winner.

Should both babies cry at the same time, the loudest wailer is declared the champ. In the case of the photo to the right, it's not hard to tell who was victorious there. Let's hope that along with the trophy, parents are given access to free counseling services redeemable anytime.