Sumo wrestling legend Akebono Taro has passed away at age 54. Mr. Akebono was born in Hawaii and became the first foreign-born wrestler to earn the rank of grand champion in Japan.
Hawaii-Born Sumo Legend Akebono Taro Dies in Tokyo at 54
By Cynthia Cai
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