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* Every one of Hariyama's base stats is exactly double those of its pre-[[evolution]] {{p|Makuhita}}.

Hariyama appears to be based on a {{wp|sumo|sumo wrestler}}, also known as a ''{{wp|rikishi}}'' or ''sumōtori''. Its bald head and long hair resemble the traditional hairstyle of sumo wrestlers before being tied into a topknot called a ''{{wp|chonmage}}''. Its two-toed feet resemble Japanese sandals called ''{{wp|geta}}'' or ''{{wp|zōri}}''. The square flaps surrounding its midsection resemble fabric fronds called ''sagari'' that hang off a wrestler's cloth belt called a ''{{wp|mawashi}}''. Its large hands, {{pkmn|category}}, and ability to learn {{m|Arm Thrust}} might be a reference to ''harite'', an open-hand slapping technique, while its habit of stomping the ground in battle might be a reference to ''shiko'', an exercise and ritual used to drive away spirits. Its ability to learn {{m|Brine}} might be a reference to the ritual of throwing salt before a match to purify the ring.  

Hariyama and Hariteyama may be a combination of 張り手 ''harite'' (an open-hand slap move in sumo), 張り合う ''hariau'' (to compete with), or 張り倒す ''haritaosu'' (to knockdown), and 山 ''yama'' (mountain). ''Hariyama'' literally means 針山 (pincushion), and it is also a sumo ranking.