Akihisa Mera, a Japanese professional wrestler of exceptional caliber, has garnered widespread recognition under his ring persona, The Great Kabuki, owing to his remarkable capacity to emit a distinctive, mysterious, and seemingly otherworldly Asian mist that envelops his adversaries, leaving a lasting impression on audiences and opponents alike.
Mera's life story commences on September 8, 1948, in the city of Nobeoka, Japan, a place where his wrestling journey was destined to begin. At the tender age of 16, in the year 1964, Mera embarked on his wrestling career, a path that would lead him to compete for the esteemed Japanese Wrestling Association.
During the 1970s, he embarked on a journey to the United States, where he enthusiastically pursued a career in professional wrestling, competing for numerous esteemed promotions, including the illustrious All Japan Pro Wrestling, the esteemed National Wrestling Alliance, and the renowned World Class Championship Wrestling.
Within this period, he adopted a diverse array of personas, each with its unique characteristics, such as Akihisa Takachihō, a name that exuded a sense of Japanese heritage, Yoshino Sato, a moniker that conveyed a sense of Japanese elegance, and Mr. Sato, a name that embodied a sense of Japanese sophistication.
Mera, a visionary in the world of professional wrestling, embarked on a creative journey in 1981, giving birth to a legendary character that would leave an indelible mark on the sport - The Great Kabuki.
Conceived by the brilliant mind of Gary Hart, this enigmatic persona was directly inspired by a bygone era gimmick employed by the accomplished Filipino wrestler, Rey Urbano.
Kabuki, a professional wrestler known for his distinctive appearance, which typically featured a short, styled haircut, a vibrant painted facial design, and his impressive pre-match display of nunchaku skills, often adopted a villainous character, or "heel", in his wrestling persona.
A renowned professional wrestler, whose remarkable career was marked by a series of distinguished managerial relationships with some of the most prominent heel managers of the 1970s and early 1980s. Notably, his professional journey was guided by the expertise of Arman Hussein and Gary Hart, two of the most influential and respected figures in the world of professional wrestling during that era.
As a testament to his enduring legacy, he also had the privilege of being a part of the illustrious tag team known as H & H Limited, alongside the enigmatic and charismatic masked wrestler, Magic Dragon.
Following a debilitating physical setback in the year 1983, Mera made the fateful decision to bid adieu to his illustrious wrestling career, instead opting to join the ranks of Skandor Akbar's formidable Devastation Inc., marking the conclusion of his remarkable tenure in the world of professional wrestling.
