Tochigiyama Moriya

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Tochigiyama Moriya (栃木山 守也, February 2, 1892 - October 3, 1959) was the 27th Yokozuna in sumo wrestling from 1918 till 1925. He only lost 22 times while an active sumo wrestler. Generally he is considered one of the pioneers of modern sumo.

In 1916, Tochigiyama was defeated by Tachiyama Mineemon, ending his series of 56 victories.

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