Tatsuhikari Kumagoro (born Yoshimitsu Ishibashi, 25 October 1969 – February 24, 2011) was a former

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wrestler from Shari,

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. He made his professional debut in March 1985 and reached the top division in January 1992. His highest rank was '' maegashira'' 6. He retired from active competition in March 1999 and died in February 2011.

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1969 births 2011 deaths Japanese sumo wrestlers Sumo people from Hokkaido {{sumo-bio-stub

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