Who Is Abi Masatora? Age, Biography and Wiki
Born on May 4, 1994, Abi Masatora is currently 30 years old. He rose to fame in the world of sumo wrestling and has since established himself as a formidable competitor in the ring. His journey began in childhood as he engaged in traditional Japanese sports, which eventually led him to pursue a career in sumo.
| Occupation | Wrestlers |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | May 4, 1994 |
| Age | 31 Years |
| Birth Place | Koshigaya city, Saitama Prefecture |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
| Country |
Popularity
Abi Masatora's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Abi stands impressively tall at 1.83 meters (6 feet), and he weighs around 125 kg (276 lbs), which are vital stats for a sumo wrestler. His body measurements are a reflection of years dedicated to the rigorous training and discipline that this sport demands.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Abi Masatora has kept his personal life somewhat private. However, speculation around his relationships has been a topic of interest for fans. Currently, there are no confirmed reports about a girlfriend; he remains focused on his sumo career. Family plays a significant role in his life, as he often credits them for supporting his journey in this intense sport.
His family hoped he would go on to university and continue sumo there, but Horikiri instead expressed interest in taking over the family business. Not long afterwards, without consulting his parents he made the decision to enter Shikoroyama stable because his sumo coach was close with its head, the former Terao.
His parents had not expected this sudden change and were reluctant to meet with his coach at first, but Horikiri convinced them of his fervor.
Net Worth and Salary
Abi's net worth is estimated to be around $1 million as of 2025. His earnings come primarily from his salary as a sumo wrestler, endorsements, and appearances. Competing at the elite level not only brings prestige but also a substantial financial reward, contributing to his overall wealth.
He was withdrawn by his stablemaster partway through the July 2020 tournament after he admitted to twice visiting a hostess bar with a low-ranking wrestler from another stable, against the guidance on nonessential travel given by the JSA to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
The JSA chairman, Hakkaku, called his actions "unpardonable." Abi submitted a retirement notice through his stablemaster on August 4, which was not immediately accepted. Later that week, the JSA suspended Abi for three tournaments and reduced his pay and that of his stablemaster while rejecting his resignation.
It emerged that he had gone out several more times than the two occasions to which he had admitted. Despite having recently got married, he was told to move back into his stable and be under strict supervision. His retirement papers are being kept on file by the JSA and will be activated if there are any further transgressions.
It is notable that during the award ceremony when he won the November 2022 tournament, Abi was asked how he felt about his stablemaster. Abi responded by saying "I have been giving him nothing but trouble. I hope I could make him happy" (referring to his past transgressions). He then became tearful and the audience applauded him in support.
Career, Business and Investments
Abi Masatora’s career in sumo wrestling has been marked by significant achievements, including tournament wins and promotions through the ranks. In addition to his wrestling career, he has explored business ventures, including merchandise related to sumo wrestling and personal branding opportunities. His foresight in investments has positioned him well for financial stability beyond his active wrestling days.
For his consecutive runner-up performances, Abi jumped up in the rankings to a new career high at sumo's third-highest rank of sekiwake for the March 2022 tournament. It marked his return to san'yaku since being ranked at komusubi for four tournaments in 2019 and 2020.
He held his sekiwake rank for the following tournament, but was defeated on the final day in May by Wakatakakage to fall to a 7–8 record.
Social Network
Abi actively engages with his fans through various social media platforms, including Instagram and Twitter. He shares insights into his training routine, personal life, and interactions with fans, making him a relatable figure in the sumo wrestling community.
Kōsuke Horikiri is the youngest of four children, born into a family that ran a construction company. He was a head taller than most of his classmates as a student. Unlike other members of his family, he was not inclined towards sports as he was somewhat overweight and didn't like running.
He tried judo, but found he excelled more at sumo; taking the children's sumo championship in his city in both his first and second years of primary school. Though he was skilled at sumo, he didn't like the sport at first, especially practice, and would often try to avoid it.
As the sumo at the city level was not challenging enough he began participating in national children's sumo tournaments but achieved little success. He did not see sumo in his future but as most of his friends were involved in the sport, he continued.
Having a very gregarious nature, he made friends quickly at tournaments, among them being future makuuchi wrestlers Daieishō and Hokutōfuji.
Education
Information regarding Abi’s educational background indicates that he attended a local school in Japan, where he first became interested in sumo wrestling. While he did not pursue higher education in a traditional sense, the discipline learned through sumo training has equipped him with valuable life skills.
In junior high school Horikiri began to find sumo more appealing, placing well in tournaments. This culminated in taking 3rd place in the national junior high school sumo tournament in Kagoshima. Horikiri recalled being so certain he would be eliminated on the first day, that he brought a swimsuit for swimming in the nearby sea so he would have something to do for the rest of the tournament.
