James Dobashi Sumo Champion

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Title

James Dobashi Sumo Champion

Subject

San Jose, Japantown, James Dobashi, Sumo State Champion, 1930s

Description

The second son of Kinosuke Dobashi who ran the Dobashi Market, James proved to be a very strong man as it was believed he could carry up to five sacks of rice at a time. During the 1930s James was a state champion and won many championships.

Source

Japanese American Museum of San Jose

http://www.jamsj.org/

Rights

Japanese American Museum of San Jose