About Minanogawa Tōzō
Lived 1903 – 1971 (aged 67). Minanogawa Tōzō was a Japanese rikishi.
, also known as , was a Japanese professional sumo wrestler from Tsukuba, Ibaraki. He was the sport's 34th yokozuna.
Career He was born . He had lost his father in the Russo-Japanese War at the age of two, and worked as a labourer to support his mother. Already tall at the age of 15, very large for Japanese youths in his time, he was spotted by Takasago stable's Akutsugawa. He eventually retired in January 1942, a tournament in which Akinoumi produced a strong 13–2 record.
Minanogawa, along with many others, was expelled from the Sumo Association for striking. He was allowed to return to the top division for the 1933 Spring tournament but unranked. He still managed to take the championship.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Minanogawa Tōzō?
Sumo wrestler (1903-1971)
When was Minanogawa Tōzō born?
Minanogawa Tōzō was born on 17 September 1903 in Ibaraki Prefecture.
When did Minanogawa Tōzō die?
Minanogawa Tōzō died on 20 January 1971.
What was Minanogawa Tōzō's occupation?
Minanogawa Tōzō was a rikishi.
What nationality was Minanogawa Tōzō?
Minanogawa Tōzō was Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Minanogawa Tōzō. https://biography.guide/minanogawa-tozo/
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