Deaths on October 22

Konishiki Yasokichi I

Died on October 22, 1914

Konishiki Yasokichi I, Japanese sumo wrestler, the 17th Yokozuna (b. 1866)

Konishiki Yasokichi I (小錦八十吉, November 21, 1866 – October 22, 1914) was a Japanese professional sumo wrestler from Musha District, Kazusa Province. He was the sport's 17th yokozuna.

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Deaths on October 22

Konishiki Yasokichi I

Died on October 22, 1914

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