September 2026 profile. Ranks, measurements, announced pairings and the six-tournament breakdown below reflect the Japanese article’s source check on the morning of 13 September 2026.
Oho’s July tournament ended 2–13 at West Komusubi. Ranked East Maegashira 10 for September, he was announced to begin against Kinbozan. After a tournament with so many losses, could he move one more step forward after his first push? That was where I wanted to look.
Push-outs at 28%: watch the choice after the push
The Association’s preceding-six-tournament breakdown lists oshidashi, a frontal push-out, at 28%; hatakikomi, a slap-down, at 17%; and yorikiri, a force-out, at 14%. When his push reaches and his opponent’s upper body rises, does he keep advancing or find another finish? If the opponent comes in low, where does he place the push? That mix preserves exchanges that body size alone cannot explain.
The years to sanyaku, and the opponent in front of him
He made his professional debut as Naya in January 2018, his Juryo debut in January 2021 and his Makuuchi debut the following January. He first reached sanyaku in March 2025. His highest rank is sekiwake, with one Technique Prize and three gold stars. His announced September opening-day opponent was Kinbozan, another large wrestler who favours thrusting and pushing. I wanted to watch how long they would remain directly in front of each other.
Games suddenly make him feel closer
His official questionnaire mentions Dragon Ball, Pokémon and One Piece. His hobby is gaming, and Mokou’s game commentary appears among his YouTube choices. Favourite stories and games can give even a new sumo viewer something they would like to ask about. Among his favourite foods, he even lists meat-stuffed green peppers.
At a glance
| September 2026 rank | East Maegashira 10 |
|---|---|
| Stable | Otake stable |
| From | Koto Ward, Tokyo |
| Height / weight | 192 cm / 185 kg |
| Listed strengths | Thrusting and pushing |
Meet his announced opening-day opponent, Kinbozan · Find a wrestler to follow
Source facts checked in the Japanese article on the morning of 13 September 2026: the Japan Sumo Association’s official profile (Japanese), including biographical details, tournament records, winning techniques and questionnaire answers. Percentages are the Association’s breakdown of winning finishes over the preceding six tournaments; they are not win rates across all bouts. The viewing suggestions are the writer’s interpretation. The official bout listings change with the tournament and day, so check the date shown there.