Antonio Inoki was a Japanese professional wrestler, professional wrestling trainer, martial artist, politician, and promoter of professional wrestling and mixed martial arts (MMA). He is best known as the founder and 33-year owner of New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW). He is considered to be one of the most influential professional wrestlers of all time, and one of the biggest key influences on MMA in Japan and internationally.
- Occupation
- politician, professional wrestler, writer, actor
- Position held
- member of the House of Councillors, member of the House of Councillors, member of the House of Councillors, founder
- Citizenship
- Empire of Japan, Japan
- Born
- February 20, 1943
