To Rise Again: Katsuyori Shibata’s Journey Back To The Ring
by At the tournament finals show for G1 CLIMAX 31, New Japan Pro Wrestling fans got a huge surprise when one of the promotion’s most beloved …
Author: Jas Olan
From The Ground Up: The Rookie Experience In Japan
Japanese wrestling is filled with so many special things, from the incredible talent in each promotion to the stories told in every match. This has long …
The Lion And The Ark: NJPW And NOAH To Clash In Yokohama
On November 20, 2021, the wrestling world got some huge news when it was announced that the third night of WRESTLE KINGDOM 16 will see some …
Unleashed: A Look At Los Ingobernables De Japon’s Shingo Takagi
Wrestling promotions around the world are known for having a wide array of talent, each known for their ability and style. Since 2018, New Japan …
Satoshi Kojima: The Heart Of The Third Generation
On August 25th, 2021, Jon Moxley announced that he had received a package from Japan, with a contract to face “the only guy in New …
Setting Off For The Horizon: Yuya Uemura And Yota Tsuji Are Excursion Bound
For the young lions of New Japan Pro Wrestling, leaving for the learning excursion is a huge milestone. In many ways it’s like a high …
A Warrior’s Path: A Review of Drew McIntyre’s ‘A Chosen Destiny: My Story’
The hero’s journey has long been a popular story in the literary world. Countless books and other media are filled with accounts of people from different …
The Road To The Crown: The Journey To AJPW’S Champions Night Main Event
It’s often been said necessity is the mother of invention. Having to think fast when you’ve found yourself in a bind can sometimes yield incredible results. All …
Orgoglio Italiano (Italian Pride): Francesco Akira Makes His Presence Known In The AJPW Battle Of Glory
In the Japanese wrestling scene, junior heavyweights, those two hundred twenty pounds and lighter, are among the biggest attractions in any promotion. With high flyers, power …
WHEN IT’S TIME: A LOOK AT THE 2021 AJPW CHAMPION CARNIVAL FINALS
In professional wrestling some of the best moments are those that have been a long time coming. From Kofi Kingston and Daniel Brian’s huge wins …