Kotoeko announced his retirement, and his fans are heartbroken. Akiseyama and Ishiura had their retirement ceremonies, and we are loving their new hair cuts.

Retirement is just one part of a professional sumo wrestler's life. Luckily, it is as celebrated as any other phase.

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