is a Japanese wrestler who competed in the 48 kg weight class at the 2004 and 2008 Summer Olympics, winning the silver medal at both Games.
Her younger sister Kaori is also a wrestler who competed in the 63 kg weight class at the 2004, 2008, 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics, winning the gold medal in her event at each of the four Olympics.
Chiharu has won the Asian Championship twice and the World Championships three times.
Awards Tokyo Sports Wrestling Special Award (2003, 2004, 2006)
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