The Japan Sumo Association decided on new positions for directors and masters at the board meeting held on the 27th. Master Kasugano was appointed as the business manager, the number two position in the association.
Former yokozuna Onokuni's Shibatayama Oyakata has been replaced as the association's number two business manager. Former Ozeki Kaioh's Asakayama Master is appointed manager of the Kyushu tournament held in his hometown Fukuoka. In addition, former ozeki Goeido's master Takekuma will be a member of the refereeing department.