Career
Sumo wrestling
Before being a professional wrestler, Izumida was a sumo wrestler, making his debut in March 1986. He reached a highest rank of Makushita 37. He trained at Azumazeki stable and was known under three different shikona: Takamisho, Seiunryu, and finally Musashiumi.
He retired from sumo in September 1991.
Professional wrestling
He debuted for All Japan Pro Wrestling at the age of twenty-six after being scouted by the company. On May 25, 1992, he wrestled his first match with Giant Baba and Rusher Kimura against Masanobu Fuchi, Haruka Eigen, and Motoshi Okuma.
He then formed a team with Tamon Honda, and the two enjoyed a reign as All Asia Tag Team Champions. When Mitsuharu Misawa left AJPW in mid-2000 and formed Pro Wrestling Noah, Izumida followed.
In Noah, Izumida formed the Violence Bulldogs faction with his close friend, Akira Taue.
Finishing moves
Meteorite (45° twisting diving headbutt)
Mukado Domu (Fall forward fireman"s carry facebuster)
All Japan Pro Wrestling
All Asia Tag Team Championship (1 time) – with Tamon Honda
International Wrestling Association of Japan
International Water Association Tag Team Championship (1 time) – with Shoichi Ichiyama
International Water Association Tag Team Title Tournament (2002) – with Shoichi Ichiyama.
