WWE officially signs Japanese star Kenta

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STAMFORD, Conn. — WWE today announced it has signed Kenta, one of Japan’s biggest stars, to its NXT division. The announcement took place during a signing ceremony at a WWE Live Event in Osaka, Japan with WWE icon and Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan presiding.

Kenta’s intense and straightforward in-ring style has led to his success in Japan, as well as during visits to the U.S. He is expected to reach new heights of global success with WWE.

“Kenta is an incredible performer who brings the crowd to its feet when he steps into the ring,” said Paul Levesque, Executive Vice President, Talent, Creative and Live Events, WWE. “WWE’s signing of Kenta reflects our continued dedication to creating a diverse roster that appeals to our global fan base.”

“I am humbled to join WWE’s NXT division and look forward to honing my craft with the global leader in sports-entertainment,” said Kenta.

Kenta will relocate to Orlando, Florida, where he will train at WWE’s state-of-the-art Performance Center to enhance his talents both athletically and creatively.

Dude officially signed his contract in the ring at the Osaka show. Best of luck to Kenta. Seems like he's getting to keep his name as well, only not in all caps.

 

[Dolph'sZiggler]

What's the closest thing to a Japanese star making it in an American promotion? Muta in WCW?

 

[Nero_x3]

What's the closest thing to a Japanese star making it in an American promotion? Muta in WCW?

Antonio Inoki won the WWWF Championship from Bob Backlund when he was there, but refused to hold it after his rematch with Backlund was declared a no contest. Therefore, the record books from WWE say that he didn't hold it.

 

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What's the closest thing to a Japanese star making it in an American promotion? Muta in WCW?

Hakushi feuded with Hart and the Undertaker back in the new generation era as well. Challenging for the WWE title at least once.

Tajiri was also very over in WWE and ECW. Surely in a lower/midcard role, but he was over and racked up belts.

 

[Senhor Perfect]

Taka did pretty well in the light heavyweight division for a while.

 

[Leo C]

Does he speak English?

 

[Dolph'sZiggler]

Taka did pretty well in the light heavyweight division for a while.

choppy choppy the pee pee

 

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Does he speak English?

It is tradition in Japan to train using English. All moves, all maneuvers and the technical stuff is in English. So he will know enough to get around in ring. And I am sure he'll spend time in NXT sharpening up his English

 

[Leo C]

It is tradition in Japan to train using English. All moves, all maneuvers and the technical stuff is in English. So he will know enough to get around in ring. And I am sure he'll spend time in NXT sharpening up his English

Cool.

 

[Prince Bálor]

Great news! Still sucks he's gotta go through the NXT phase, he's a veteran. The only reason he should be in NXT is to improve his English. lol

 

[leojay]

Great news! Still sucks he's gotta go through the NXT phase, he's a veteran. The only reason he should be in NXT is to improve his English. lol

I can think of more matches in NXT that I'd be interested seeing him in than on the main roster currently to be honest.

NXT's roster in the coming months is going to be dope with Zayn, Neville, Kidd, KENTA, Devitt and Steen on it.

 

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Great news! Still sucks he's gotta go through the NXT phase, he's a veteran. The only reason he should be in NXT is to improve his English. lol

They aren't risking another Mistico. Everyone goes through NXT now.

 

[Red Rain]

How old is this cat? I'd rather avoid wiki, right now.
You answer, I'll give an informative point. Simple

 

[Dolph'sZiggler]

How old is this cat? I'd rather avoid wiki, right now.
You answer, I'll give an informative point. Simple

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I can think of more matches in NXT that I'd be interested seeing him in than on the main roster currently to be honest.

NXT's roster in the coming months is going to be dope with Zayn, Neville, Kidd, KENTA, Devitt and Steen on it.

STEEN!!!

I'll be watching NXT religiously once his black ass is there