(born November 12, 1956, in Ōsaka) is a former Olympic

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for Japan at the

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, where he won a total number of five medals, including two gold. He broke an ankle in May 1985 which prevented him from training for 3 months and hindered his performances at the 1985 World Championships. Gushiken announced his retirement at the 1985 Chūnichi Cup. He currently coaches other Olympic contenders.

References

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Competitive Results at gymn-forum.net

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