About
Japanese gymnast and five-time Olympic gold medalist who competed in four separate Olympics.
Before Fame
He competed in his first Olympics in 1956, winning three silvers, one gold, and one bronze.
Trivia
He had his most successful Olympics in 1960, winning three golds, one silver, and two bronzes.
Family Life
He grew up as an only child in Noshiro, Japan.
Associated With
He is a member of the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame along with Romanian gymnast Nadia Comaneci.
