About Takamiyama Torinosuke
Lived 1873 – 1924 (aged 50). Takamiyama Torinosuke was a Japanese rikishi.
Takamiyama Torinosuke (髙見山酉之助, October 25, 1873 – January 11, 1924) was a Japanese sumo wrestler.
Career He joined Takasago stable, reaching the top makuuchi division in 1907. In the June 1909 tournament, he defeated ozeki Tachiyama and won the first official championship in the history of professional sumo. He reached his highest rank of sekiwake in January 1910. He reportedly feared facing the small but fierce Tamatsubaki Kentaro. After he retired in May 1913, he left the sumo world and returned to his hometown.
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Who was Takamiyama Torinosuke?
Sumo wrestler (1873-1924)
When was Takamiyama Torinosuke born?
Takamiyama Torinosuke was born on 25 October 1873 in Chiba Prefecture.
When did Takamiyama Torinosuke die?
Takamiyama Torinosuke died on 11 January 1924.
What was Takamiyama Torinosuke's occupation?
Takamiyama Torinosuke was a rikishi.
What nationality was Takamiyama Torinosuke?
Takamiyama Torinosuke was Japanese.
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