Akebono (pic), an American-born sumo wrestler who became the first non-Japanese grand champion or yokozuna, died of heart failure earlier this month in Tokyo.
The Japan Sumo Association confirmed Akebono death yesterday. He was 54.
Friday, 12 Apr 2024
Akebono (pic), an American-born sumo wrestler who became the first non-Japanese grand champion or yokozuna, died of heart failure earlier this month in Tokyo.
The Japan Sumo Association confirmed Akebono death yesterday. He was 54.
