| Japanese Heavyweight Championship | |||||||
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 Rikidōzan with the title belt, 1954 | |||||||
| Details | |||||||
| Promotion | Japan Pro Wrestling Alliance | ||||||
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The Japanese Heavyweight Championship was a professional wrestling championship defended in the Japan Pro Wrestling Alliance. The championship belt was later used by WAR for their J-1 Heavyweight Championship, held by Genichiro Tenryu.
| Wrestler: | Times: | Date: | Location: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rikidōzan | 1 | December 22, 1954 | Tokyo, Japan | Defeats Masahiko Kimura. |
| Title retired | August 27, 1958 | Championship vacated when Rikidozan wins the NWA International Heavyweight Championship. |
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