About Kanenohana Takeo
Born 1936. Kanenohana Takeo is a Japanese rikishi.
Kanenohana Takeo (born 11 October 1936 as Takeo Kanai) is a former sumo wrestler from Tsurumi, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan. He made his professional debut in May 1952 and reached the top division in March 1958. His highest rank was komusubi. He left the sumo world upon retirement from active competition in September 1967.
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 is Kanenohana Takeo?
sumo wrestler
When was Kanenohana Takeo born?
Kanenohana Takeo was born on 11 October 1936 in Yokohama.
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Kanenohana Takeo is a rikishi.
What nationality is Kanenohana Takeo?
Kanenohana Takeo is Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kanenohana Takeo. https://biography.guide/kanenohana-takeo/
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