Asashoryu Autographed Handprint Shikishi Board - 68th Yokozuna - With 3 Seals - Original Item

This is an autographed shikishi (colored paper) with a handprint from the 68th Yokozuna, Asashoryu Akinori.

A great Yokozuna from Mongolia, he was a legendary sumo wrestler who set numerous records, including 25 Makuuchi division championships, the first-ever 7 consecutive championships, and a perfect 6 tournaments in a year (84 wins).

[Product Features]
● Right handprint in red ink
● Powerful handwritten ink inscription of his ring name Asashoryu
● All three official seals are present (high collector's value)
  ・Top right: Hikage Kaisan seal (a title only permitted for Yokozuna)
  ・Bottom left (upper): 68th Yokozuna seal
  ・Bottom left: Asashoryu's personal seal

[Size]
Standard shikishi size (approx. 27cm x 24cm)

[Condition]
There is a fold on the top left (please check the photos).
Other than that, there are no noticeable scratches or stains.
*As this is a used item, please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive about condition.

[Additional Information]
Asashoryu retired from active sumo due to an assault scandal, which led to an effective recommendation to retire. Therefore, a formal retirement ceremony (top-knot cutting ceremony) was not held. Consequently, the number of handprints in circulation is smaller compared to other Yokozuna, making this a highly rare item.

With the success of his nephew, the 74th Yokozuna Hoshoryu, Asashoryu is once again drawing attention.

The item will be carefully packaged to prevent water damage and folding during shipping.
Please feel free to ask any questions you may have.
Immediate purchase without comments is also welcome.

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