About Taikō Yoshio
Born 1953. Taikō Yoshio is a Japanese rikishi.
Taikō Yoshio (born 30 October 1953 as Yoshio Yokoyama) is a former sumo wrestler from Aomori, Japan. He made his professional debut in November 1968, and reached the top division in May 1978. His highest rank was maegashira 2. He left the sumo world upon retirement in November 1980.
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Who is Taikō Yoshio?
sumo wrestler
When was Taikō Yoshio born?
Taikō Yoshio was born on 30 October 1953 in Aomori Prefecture.
What is Taikō Yoshio's occupation?
Taikō Yoshio is a rikishi.
What nationality is Taikō Yoshio?
Taikō Yoshio is Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Taikō Yoshio. https://biography.guide/taiko-yoshio/
MLA: "Taikō Yoshio." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/taiko-yoshio/.
Chicago: "Taikō Yoshio." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/taiko-yoshio/.
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