Sakaigawa Namiemon, Japanese sumo wrestler, the 14th Yokozuna (b. 1841)
Sakaigawa Namiemon (境川 浪右衛門, May 28, 1841 – September 16, 1887) was a Japanese professional sumo wrestler from Katsushika District, Shimōsa Province. He was the sport's 14th yokozuna.
1887Sep, 16
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