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AthleteJapanese1987 – present

Kaori Icho

Olympic wrestler, four-time gold medalist

Biography

Kaori Icho is a legendary Japanese wrestler who won four Olympic gold medals in freestyle wrestling, making her one of the most decorated wrestlers in Olympic history.

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Athlete

Nationality

Japanese

Born

1987

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Kaori

Japanese origin

A beautiful Japanese name combining characters that traditionally mean 'fragrance' or 'fragrant,' conveying elegance and refinement. Kaori has been used in Japan for generations and carries cultural sophistication. The name is accessible internationally while maintaining clear Japanese identity.