Kitanoumi Toshimitsu

Japanese sumo wrestler, 55th Yokozuna

Kitanoumi Toshimitsu - Japanese sumo wrestler, 55th Yokozuna
Born

May 16th, 1953
72 years ago

Died

November 20th, 2015
9 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Achieved the rank of Yokozuna in 1975. Dominated the sumo scene during the 1970s and 1980s. Retired from active competition in 1985 and later served as a sumo elder. Contributed to the sport's administration and development.

Achieved 24 top division championships

Maintained a 1000 wins record

First Yokozuna from Izumi-ryu stable

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