Hakuho Under Stable Custody for Disciples Violence, Unveils Secret Decade-Long Strategy

What will happen to Miyagino Oyakata (former yokozuna Hakuho, 38), who received a heavy disciplinary action as a result of knowing about his daily violence against junior rikishi and continuing to let it continue? ……

On February 21, the Japan Sumo Association held a Compliance Committee meeting to discuss the fact that his younger apprentice, Kitaseiho of the makuuchi rank, had engaged in violence against his younger apprentice for many years. As a result, it was confirmed that between July 2010 and November 2011, Kitaseiho had repeatedly assaulted two of his younger brothers, including hitting them on the buttocks with a broom and holding a burner-shaped flame close to their bodies. It is also known that he stole money from other rikishi during practice.

On the 23rd, the JSA accepted the “retirement notice” submitted by Hokushoho the day before. Miyagino Oyakata, who knew of the violence and failed to report it to the ASA, was given a two grade demotion and a reduction in his compensation. The reasons,

The board of directors confirmed that Miyagino lacked the necessary training and awareness as a stablemaster.

The board of directors confirmed that Miyagino lacks the qualities and awareness required of a master.

The demotion is the third most serious punishment after dismissal and recommendation for retirement. It means that he has fallen to the lowest rank of nenyoro, except for counselors who are rehired by the committee members. It was announced that the stable will now be taken care of by the Isegahama clan to which it belongs, and that the March tournament will be taken by Tamagaki Oyakata (former kotoshi Tomonohana), a member of the Oshima clan’s Oshima stable. Tamagaki Oyakata has an unusual background as a former teacher and is well-liked. He is said to be the right person for the job of “educator” for Miyagino Oyakata.

(Sports newspaper reporter) Even so, while Miyagino Oyakata was yokozuna, Tamagaki Oyakata’s highest rank was komusubi.

It is hard to believe that Miyagino would listen to his master’s instruction and say, ‘Yes, I understand.

Former Sumo Association external committee member and cartoonist Yaku Mitsuru, who has repeatedly complained about Hakuho’s behavior during his active career, said, “Hakuho was a very good wrestler, but I don’t think he would have listened to his boss’s instruction.