Japan to Honor Wrestling History With LEGACY Tournament
Something big is happening in the world of Japanese wrestling. To celebrate 70 years of professional wrestling in Japan, nine of the countries top organizations are putting on a joint show. They are calling it the LEGACY Tournament.
The two-day event is scheduled for September 14th and 15th. Taking place at the legendary Korakuen Hall in Toyko.
The event is an effort on the part of the Japan Wrestling Hall of Fame. Their motives behind the event were to “give hope to professional wrestling fans by holding the tournament together as a professional wrestling industry.”
The Japan Wrestling Hall of Fame was founded in 2020. There are several iconic names currently serving as executives including Antonio Inoki and Riki Chosu. The LEGACY Tournament marks the first wrestling event organized by the organization. The event promises to be an eye-watering affair and is setting a global precedent with the sheer number of organizations working together. Celebrating the history of the sport they are all part of.
Currently, there are no names or matches announced for the LEGACY Tournament. However, the following organizations have agreed to take part:
- NJPW
- AJPW
- Pro Wrestling NOAH
- Big Japan Pro
- Michinoku Pro
- DDT
- Zero 1
- 2AW
- Dragongate
The names working across these companies have the mind-boggling at the different match possibilities. In addition, the organization have called on more promotions and freelancers to stand up and help honor wrestling in Japan. Currently, there is no word if any non-Japanese talent will be taking part. However, it is not beyond reason to consider some of gaijin talent making an appearance.
However, at this point in time, there is one thing missing from the event. There are no Joshi organizations taking part. Women’s wrestling is huge in Japan and an event such as the LEGACY Tournament surely needs to take a moment and recognize that fact. Currently, it is rare for male and female wrestling matches to appear on the same card. Most organizations are either male or female ones. However, for an event such as this, is surely a good cause for an exception.
It is not yet known if the LEGACY Tournament will be televised inside or outside of Japan. However, tickets for the event go on sale on June 25th on the Japan Wrestling Hall of Fame Supporters Club webshop.
