Sources

Books:

• Fumi Saito. History of Puroresu: 1960s to 1990s. (2018). This book provides a comprehensive history of Japanese professional wrestling, with detailed sections on All Japan Pro Wrestling and its key figures like Mitsuharu Misawa.
• Yoshihiro Asai. Wrestling Observer Yearbook: 1990-1999. (2020). This collection of articles and reports from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter gives detailed insights into the events, matches, and personalities of AJPW during the 1990s.
• Chris Charlton. Eggshells: Pro Wrestling in the Tokyo Dome. (2018). This book chronicles the history of major wrestling events held at the Tokyo Dome, including many significant AJPW matches.
• Gary Hart. My Life in Wrestling. (2009). Although more focused on American wrestling, Gary Hart's book offers insights into the international impact of Japanese wrestling during the 1990s.
• Kohei Tsuka. King's Road: The AJPW Era. (2021). A detailed exploration of AJPW’s King’s Road style, focusing on the in-ring psychology and storytelling that defined the promotion’s golden era.

Academic Articles:

• Mazer, Sharon. "The Spectacle of Japanese Professional Wrestling: Understanding AJPW's King's Road Style." Journal of Sport & Social Issues, vol. 22, no. 4, 1998, pp. 341-358. This article examines the cultural and social impact of AJPW's unique wrestling style.
• Wagg, Stephen. "Puroresu and the Globalization of Wrestling: The Case of All Japan Pro Wrestling in the 1990s." International Journal of the History of Sport, vol. 29, no. 11, 2012, pp. 1500-1517. This paper explores the globalization of Japanese wrestling and AJPW’s role in it.
• Jenkins, Henry. "Fans, Bloggers, and Gamers: Wrestling with the Machine." New Media & Society, vol. 6, no. 2, 2004, pp. 233-256. Discusses the relationship between Japanese wrestling fans and online communities during the 1990s.

Documentaries and Films:

• The Kings Road: All Japan Pro Wrestling 90s Documentary. (2017). Available on YouTube. This fan-made documentary covers the rise of AJPW during the 1990s, with a focus on Mitsuharu Misawa and his contemporaries. Watch here.
• Biography: Mitsuharu Misawa. (2016). This Japanese documentary, available on various streaming platforms, delves into the life and career of Mitsuharu Misawa, focusing on his impact on Japanese wrestling.
• Dark Side of the Ring: The Dynamite Kid. (2021). While focusing on the Dynamite Kid, this episode also touches on the influence of Japanese wrestling and the King's Road style.
• Wrestling With Shadows. (1998). Although this documentary is primarily about Bret Hart, it offers some insights into Japanese wrestling's influence on Western wrestling during the 1990s.

Interviews and Online Articles:

• Fumi Saito. "Interview with Mitsuharu Misawa: Reflections on a Career." Puroresu Spirit, 2009. Read here.
• Dave Meltzer. "Misawa: The Man Who Changed Japanese Wrestling." Wrestling Observer Newsletter, June 2009. Read here.
• "The Legacy of Steve ‘Dr. Death’ Williams in Japan." The Sportster, 2015. Read here.
• "All Japan Pro Wrestling: The 90s Golden Age." Voices of Wrestling, 2020. Read here.
• "AJPW’s King’s Road vs NJPW’s Strong Style: A Historical Perspective." Last Word on Pro Wrestling, 2021. Read here.

Online Forums and Fan Sites:

• Puroresu Central. This fan site provides detailed profiles, match histories, and news on AJPW and its wrestlers. Visit here.
• Wrestling Classics Forum. This forum has archived discussions and match reviews focusing on AJPW during the 1990s. Visit here.
• Reddit’s r/Puroresu. This subreddit has ongoing discussions, historical match reviews, and fan analyses about AJPW and Mitsuharu Misawa. Visit here.

Match Compilations and Reviews:

• All Japan Pro Wrestling: Classic Matches Collection (1990-1999). A compilation of some of the greatest AJPW matches from the 1990s, available on various DVD and streaming platforms. Find here.
• "Top 10 Mitsuharu Misawa Matches You Need to Watch." WhatCulture Wrestling, 2018. Read here.
• "The Greatest Matches in All Japan History." CageMatch.net. This page offers user ratings, reviews, and statistics on AJPW matches from the 1990s. Visit here.

Podcasts:

• The Kings Road Podcast. This podcast series is dedicated to AJPW in the 1990s, with in-depth discussions on Mitsuharu Misawa, Steve Williams, and other key figures. Listen here.
• Between The Sheets Podcast. Episode 200: "AJPW 90s Retrospective". This episode focuses on the entire decade of the 1990s in AJPW.
• Wrestling Observer Radio. Regular episodes often discuss historical AJPW matches, including those of Mitsuharu Misawa and Steve Williams.

Websites and Blogs:

• AJPW Official Website. The official site offers historical information, wrestler profiles, and event archives. Visit here.
• Puroresu Dream: Mitsuharu Misawa Archive. A fan-maintained blog dedicated to the career of Mitsuharu Misawa, featuring match histories, articles, and rare photos. Visit here.
• Wrestling Observer Online. Regular articles and historical pieces on AJPW in the 1990s. Visit here.

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