Akiasahi Masashi - 安芸旭 雅士 (born June 11, 1964) is a former Japanese professional sumo wrestler from Fuchu, Hiroshima. He made his debut in March 1983 and wrestled for Oshima stable. His highest rank was jonidan 18 and he retired in May 2005.
Career[]
After graduating high school, Saraumi joined Oshima stable and made his professional debut in March 1983 under the shikona "Akiasahi" (安芸旭). He reached jonidan in January 1984, however, he was never able to overcome the division. In September 1992, he defeated future sekiwake Takanowaka on the 13th day to finish with a strong 6-1 record and was promoted to a career-best jonidan 18 for the following November 1992 tournament. However, after that he suffered many injuries such as cervical spine injuries and wrestled mainly in jonokuchi and lower jonidan. He was known for his chankonabe which was well received by many guests at Oshima stable.
Retirement from Sumo[]
Akiasahi retired from sumo in May 2005 at the age of 40 years and 10 months. After retiring, he briefly worked as the manager of Oshima stable. In September 2006, he opened up his restaurant, "Sozaiya Gocchan" (素材屋ごっちゃん) in Shibuya, Tokyo's Sasazuka district. The restaurant closed in September 2010 and he went on to work for chanko restaurant "Rikishi Ryouriizakaya Kinnabe" (力士料理金鍋) in Tsu, Mie.
Fighting Style[]
Akiasahi was a yotsu-sumo wrestler who prefers grappling to pushing and thrusting techniques. He won most of his bouts with yorikiri (force out) and uwatenage (overarm throw).
Record[]
Division Results[]
- Total: 394-524-13/917 (134 basho)
- Jonidan: 260-392-13/652 (95 basho)
- Jonokuchi: 134-132/265 (38 basho)
Shikona History[]
- Akiasahi Masashi (1983.03 - 2005.05)
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