About Kotogatake Koichi
Lived 1952 – 2024 (aged 71). Kotogatake Koichi was a Japanese rikishi.
Kotogatake Koichi (born Yoshikazu Takeuchi; 24 September 1952 – 24 February 2024) was a Japanese sumo wrestler from Teshikaga, Hokkaidō. He made his professional debut in November 1967 and reached the top division in July 1976. His highest rank was maegashira 1. Upon retirement from active competition he became an elder in the Japan Sumo Association. He left the Sumo Association in March 1995. Koichi died from heart failure on 24 February 2024, at the age of 71.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Kotogatake Koichi?
Japanese sumo wrestler (1952–2024)
When was Kotogatake Koichi born?
Kotogatake Koichi was born on 24 September 1952 in Hokkaidō.
When did Kotogatake Koichi die?
Kotogatake Koichi died on 24 February 2024 in Hokkaido.
What was Kotogatake Koichi's occupation?
Kotogatake Koichi was a rikishi.
What nationality was Kotogatake Koichi?
Kotogatake Koichi was Japanese.
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· Wikipedia: Kotogatake Koichi
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