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  • Joshi-puroresu is the Japanese term for women’s pro wrestling.

    Japanese Women’s Wrestling MJ 2006

  • Sometimes referred to as "strong style," the technique displayed in "puroresu" also differs from the U.S.

    Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion 2010

  • The group was founded by the legendary Antonio Inoki, who did much to establish "puroresu" as a legitimate sport, frequently engaging in MMA fights (most famously in a 15-round draw against Muhammad Ali in 1976).

    Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion 2010

  • However, "puroresu" differs in terms of presentation and its place in mainstream culture.

    Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion 2010

  • This "puroresu" style has had a huge influence on today's WWE superstars.

    Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion 2010

  • As in the US, "puroresu" is a staged performance rather than a competitive sport.

    Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion 2010

  • "puroresu" in the sports pages and treat it with a respect akin to other sports.

    Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion 2010

  • She teaches classes in puroresu at the U-FILE training center.

    AKINO ~~ Sabre ~~ 2007

  • At the time, the promotion was thought to be the future of joshi puroresu, and had been rumored to be working with puroresu powerhouse New Japan Pro Wrestling.

    AKINO ~~ Sabre ~~ 2007

  • At the time, the promotion was thought to be the future of joshi puroresu, and had been rumored to be working with puroresu powerhouse New Japan Pro Wrestling.

    Archive 2007-01-01 ~~ Sabre ~~ 2007

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