Izutsu (toshiyori)
Izutsu (Japanese: 井筒) is a toshiyori (an elder of the Japan Sumo Association). The name is currently held by former sekiwake Sakahoko Nobushige. He is correctly addressed as Izutsu-oyakata.
Holders
- Stable owners in bold.
| Generation | Name at retirement | Highest rank | Stable | Period | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12th | Kitanofuji Katsuaki | yokozuna | Dewanoumi-Kokonoe | 1974.7-1977.11 | |
| 13th | Tsurugamine Akio | sekiwake | Izutsu | 1977.12-1994.4 (retired) | |
| 14th | Sakahoko Nobushige | sekiwake | Izutsu | 1994.4- | succeeded his father |