What this is
The Showa Pro Wrestling Revival Festival is a combat sports celebration dedicated to the golden age of Japanese professional wrestling during the Showa period (1926β1989). Known in Japan as puroresu, pro wrestling reached its cultural peak in this era, producing legendary figures and iconic storylines that defined a generation of sports entertainment. The 'Combat Sports Olympics 2026' framing suggests the event goes beyond straight wrestling matches to showcase a broader range of fighting disciplines in a festival format. Held at Asagaya Loft A, a live venue embedded in one of Tokyo's most beloved subculture neighborhoods, this event fits naturally into Asagaya's tradition of retro and niche entertainment. It's a nostalgic, theatrical, and genuinely passionate celebration of a uniquely Japanese sporting art form.
Who should go
This event is ideal for wrestling fans, combat sports enthusiasts, and anyone with a soft spot for Showa-era Japanese pop culture and retro entertainment. The intimate Loft A setting means you'll be close to the action alongside a crowd of dedicated, knowledgeable fans who take the history seriously. Tourists curious about a side of Japanese culture rarely covered in guidebooks will find this a refreshingly authentic experience. Arrive early to secure a good spot, as Loft A is a small standing venue and popular events fill up quickly.
Good to know
Tickets are sold via Livepocket (livepocket.jp), which accepts foreign credit cards and allows mobile ticket display on your phone β no convenience store pickup needed. The venue is Asagaya Loft A, a compact basement live space with a capacity of roughly 150β200 people; it is an all-standing venue with a bar counter, and a drink minimum of at least one order is required separately from your entry fee. Payment at the venue accepts cash, credit cards, IC cards (Suica, Pasmo etc.), and PayPay, so you have flexible options. Advance ticket holders are admitted before those with reservations, so purchasing through Livepocket ahead of time is both cheaper and gives you priority access. Bags are not typically checked at Loft venues, but the space is tight, so travel light.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change β verify with the official source before attending.