About
Japanese wrestler and three-time Olympic gold medalist, winning in 2004, 2008, and 2012, all in the 55 kg weight class.
Before Fame
She won her first gold medal in International Competition at the 2002 World Championships.
Trivia
She had a remarkable 58-match win streak that was snapped in May 2012.
Family Life
She is the daughter of Eikatsu and Yukiyo Yoshida.
Associated With
She competed in her first Olympics in 2004 where swimmer Michael Phelps won six gold medals.