Toshiaki Kawada is coming to Starrcast VI.
The announcement, which was first made on August 8, reveals that the Japanese wrestling legend will be coming to Starrcast VI in September for a live stage show that will be hosted by Eddie Kingston. Kawada will also be taking part in various photo op and autograph sessions throughout Starrcast weekend.
This will be Kawada's first time visiting the United States in 35 years.
TOSHIAKI KAWADA COMES TO #STARRCAST
— #StarrcastVI (@StarrcastEvents) August 9, 2023
Widely regarded as one of the greatest & most decorated Japanese wrestlers of all time, he’s a Hall of Famer & former multi-time World Heavyweight Champion.
Making an incredibly rare appearance, we’re honored to welcome Toshiaki Kawada! pic.twitter.com/B2wcvimres
Throughout his career, Kingston has often cited Kawada as a major influence to his style of wrestling. Kingston recently met Kawada for the first time ever, as the 'Mad King' is currently in Japan for New Japan Pro Wrestling's G1 Climax tournament.
Other stage shows involving the likes of RJ City, the team behind AEW Heels, Danhausen, and Swerve Strickland have also recently been announced.
RJ CITY UNTITLED STAGE SHOW#Starrcast welcomes RJ City! Maybe.
— #StarrcastVI (@StarrcastEvents) August 6, 2023
Join #AEW & Hey!(EW)’s RJ City for RJ CITY UNTITLED STAGE SHOW! We honestly don’t know what to expect. There might be guests. Maybe not. Not sure what this thing is about.
Catch it in person or on @WatchOnPremier! pic.twitter.com/tDNAstrCyj
Join us on Friday, 9/1 at @StarrcastEvents as @AEW_Heels hosts a special watch-a-long of #AEWRampage!
— AEW Heels (@AEW_Heels) August 7, 2023
Join the Heels team for an action-packed show, some surprises, and awesome guests!
Platinum & Gold Bracelets on sale now: https://t.co/vbBCtvgwaP pic.twitter.com/Zyt2PJ7PR3
GOODNIGHTHAUSEN WITH DANHAUSEN!#Starrcast welcomes Goodnighthausen to the stage!
— #StarrcastVI (@StarrcastEvents) August 6, 2023
Join us for a very special late night show - Goodnighthausen with Danhausen, featuring special guests!
Catch it in person or on @WatchOnPremier! pic.twitter.com/kAsXcaBSE8
SWERVE CITY PODCAST: LIVE!#Starrcast welcomes The Swerve City Podcast: LIVE!
— #StarrcastVI (@StarrcastEvents) August 6, 2023
Join #AEW star @swerveconfident, Top 100 Apple Music charting artist @TeasyJones & their special guests for a live @Swervecitypod recording!
Catch it in person or on @WatchOnPremier! pic.twitter.com/6q9FyoU3EH
Platinum & Gold Bracelets, day passes, and individual tickets for photo ops and autograph sessions are now available on Starrcast's website.
Fightful will continue to update fans on the latest news regarding Starrcast VI.