Episode 62 – Taro Miyake/Rikidozan vs. Kimura
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In this episode, we look at Taro Miyake’s challenge matches in England and review one of the few double-crosses after the formation of the National Wrestling Alliance.
Update
I will release the John Pesek book in early to mid-September 2024.
I hope to complete the next book by December 2024.
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Main Content
We discuss Taro Miyake’s challenge matches in England to spread Jujitsu. However, the challenge matches soon became a vital source of income.
Miyake could not generate enough income from martial arts instruction to support himself.
Review
We also spend considerable time reviewing Rikidozan’s double-cross of Masahiko Kimura in 1954. Part 1 and Part 2 of the videos are available on YouTube.
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