About Okanoyama Yoshiro
Born 1935. Okanoyama Yoshiro is a Japanese rikishi.
Okanoyama Yoshiro (born 3 November 1935 as Kiichiro Yamabe) is a former sumo wrestler from Yakage, Okayama, Japan. He made his professional debut in May 1955 and reached the top division in March 1962. His highest rank was maegashira 5. He left the sumo world upon retirement from active competition in January 1965.
Career record The Kyushu tournament was first held in 1957, and the Nagoya tournament in 1958.
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Who is Okanoyama Yoshiro?
sumo wrestler
When was Okanoyama Yoshiro born?
Okanoyama Yoshiro was born on 3 November 1935 in Okayama.
What is Okanoyama Yoshiro's occupation?
Okanoyama Yoshiro is a rikishi.
What nationality is Okanoyama Yoshiro?
Okanoyama Yoshiro is Japanese.
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