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Publication Name: Weekly Pro Wrestling (Shukan Puroresu)
Issue Number: 536
Publication Month: February
Publication Year: 1993
Genre: Sports, Wrestling
Topic: Wrestling
Language: Japanese
Features: Illustrated
Country of Origin: Japan
Description
Up for sale is a vintage edition of Weekly Pro Wrestling (Shukan Puroresu), Issue No. 536 (dated February 16, 1993). The cover serves as a poignant memorial to the legendary Andre the Giant, featuring a candid photo of him at his farm alongside the text \"Giant, to Heaven\".
Inside, the issue provides comprehensive coverage of the Japanese wrestling scene and heartfelt tributes:
Andre the Giant Memorial: A touching photo spread honoring Andre\'s life outside the ring, including rare, peaceful shots of him riding a tractor at his ranch.
All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW): Features dramatic coverage of Toshiaki Kawada wrestling Terry Gordy with a heavily bandaged eye following an unfortunate pre-match accident. The issue also tracks rookie Jun Akiyama\'s grueling seven-match trial series, and highlights a bout between Yoshinari Ogawa and Satoru Asako.
NJPW & WAR Politics: Editorial coverage detailing the complex inter-promotional dynamics and alliances between New Japan Pro-Wrestling, WAR, and UWFi. It also features a spotlight on NJPW Young Lion Tatsuhito Takaiwa.
Martial Arts & Joshi: Highlights from the martial arts and shoot-style scene featuring Masaaki Satake, alongside intense Joshi Puroresu coverage featuring Dynamite Kansai and Devil Masami.
Guest Seminars: A look at a special lecture event hosted by Shigeo Tsurumi featuring various wrestling guests.
While the text is entirely in Japanese, the magazine is heavily illustrated with incredible full-color action shots and historical photography. Please review the attached photos for a detailed look at the cover and overall page condition.
All items are shipped securely in rigid mailers to protect against bending, moisture, and edge wear during transit, ensuring your vintage media arrives exactly as pictured.
