Osamu Kido

Japanese professional wrestler champion

Osamu Kido - Japanese professional wrestler champion
Born

February 2nd, 1950
75 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Born in 1950, a professional wrestler who competed primarily in Japan. Achievements included winning multiple championships and being recognized for contributions to the sport. Competed in various wrestling promotions, showcasing talent and skills over decades. Transitioned to roles such as teaching and training future generations of wrestlers, influencing the wrestling community significantly.

Won the World Tag Team Championship multiple times

Competed in New Japan Pro-Wrestling

Inducted into the WRESTLE-1 Hall of Fame

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