Wakanohana Kanji II

Japanese sumo wrestler, 56th Yokozuna

Wakanohana Kanji II - Athletes & Sports Figures born April 3rd, 1953
Born
Died

2022
4 years ago — 69 years old

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Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Multiple championship winner in sumo wrestling. Achieved the rank of Yokozuna, the highest honor in the sport. Competed in the top division of sumo for several years, demonstrating proficiency in various techniques. Retired from active competition and later worked as a coach, contributing to the development of new talent in the sumo world.

Achieved 1,196 career wins in sumo

Won 6 top division championships

Achieved Yokozuna ranking in 1984

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