About
He is one of the few wrestlers to have claimed a title in the AJPW Triple Crown, IWGP Heavyweight, and NWA World Heavyweight Championships.
Before Fame
He began his fight training in judo, before making his wrestling debut in 1984.
Trivia
He was best known for his time in New Japan Pro Wrestling, where he was a three-time heavyweight champion and three-time tag team champion.
Family Life
He had three children, including Daichi Hashimoto, a professional wrestler.
Associated With
Early in his career he wrestled Keiji Mutoh.