Kōji Kitao

Sumo wrestler, 60th Yokozuna

Kōji Kitao - Sumo wrestler, 60th Yokozuna
Born

August 12th, 1963
62 years ago

Died

2019
6 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Debuted in professional sumo in 1980, achieving the rank of Yokozuna, the highest rank in sumo, in 1993. Competed primarily in the top division and held a prominent position in the sport during the 1990s. Represented the Takanohana stable, making significant contributions to the sumo landscape and competing against top wrestlers of the era.

Achieved the rank of Yokozuna in 1993

Competed for Takanohana stable

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