About Iwakaze Kakutaro
Lived 1934 – 1988 (aged 54). Iwakaze Kakutaro was a Japanese rikishi.
Iwakaze Kakutaro (born Yoshikazu Okamoto; January 22, 1934 – April 30, 1988) was a sumo wrestler from Edogawa, Tokyo, Japan. He made his professional debut in May 1952 and reached the top division in May 1956. His highest rank was sekiwake. He retired from active competition in September 1965.
Pre-modern career record In 1953 the New Year tournament was begun and the Spring tournament began to be held in Osaka.
Modern career record Since the addition of the Kyushu tournament in 1957 and the Nagoya tournament in 1958, the yearly schedule has remained unchanged.
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Who was Iwakaze Kakutaro?
Sumo wrestler (1934-1988)
When was Iwakaze Kakutaro born?
Iwakaze Kakutaro was born on 22 January 1934 in Tokyo.
When did Iwakaze Kakutaro die?
Iwakaze Kakutaro died on 30 April 1988.
What was Iwakaze Kakutaro's occupation?
Iwakaze Kakutaro was a rikishi.
What nationality was Iwakaze Kakutaro?
Iwakaze Kakutaro was Japanese.
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