Junior Heavyweight Championship Title Belt

Built to order in your choice of zinc SD, zinc CNC, or brass, in 2mm, 4mm, 6mm, or 8mm plates. Deep CNC etching holds the lettering edges, and the finish runs from standard gold to 24k, nickel, silver, or antique. Underneath sits a hand-tooled cowhide strap, 50 inches long, fitting waists to 46 inches. The assembled belt weighs 7 to 8 lbs. Prices range from $130 to $520, depending on the plate material and thickness you select. Your nameplate is free, and we start building the day you order.

Belt Features

Strap: 100% genuine cowhide, hand-tooled with stitched edges
Strap thickness: 3mm, 4mm, or 5mm
Length: 50 inches, fits waists to 46 inches
Custom sizing: kids and extended lengths on request
Plate materials: zinc SD, zinc CNC, or brass
Plate thickness: 2mm, 4mm, 6mm, or 8mm
Weight: 7 to 8 lbs fully assembled
Plating: standard gold, 24k gold, nickel, silver, antique
Nameplate: free with every order
Lining: optional foam padding and velvet backing
Hardware: heavy-duty snap fasteners
Price range: $130 to $520, by material and thickness
Payments: partial payments accepted

Choose Your Build

Plate metal. Zinc SD die-casts the detail cleanly at the friendliest price. Zinc CNC machines each plate, so edges stay crisper. Brass runs denser and carries the most weight on the shoulder.

Plate thickness. Junior division fans often pick 2mm or 4mm, since a lighter belt sits better when you actually wear it. A 6mm or 8mm build adds depth for a display case.

Engraving. CNC etching cuts deeper than stamping, so the lettering keeps sharp edges under display lighting.

Plating. Standard gold covers evenly at lower cost. The 24k gold upgrade warms the tone and lifts the relief. Nickel, silver, and antique finishes are also available.

Customization. Change the metal, thickness, plating, enamel colours, strap colour, or length. Your nameplate is free, and we cut logo side plates from your artwork.

The Story Behind Junior Heavyweight Belt

NJPW introduced this title on February 6, 1986, when Shiro Koshinaka beat The Cobra in the tournament final at New Year Dash to become the first champion. Only wrestlers under 100 kg can hold it, which is what separates the junior division from the heavyweight class. The same weight limit governs the junior tag championship, which most collectors buy next. Jushin Thunder Liger owns the record with eleven reigns, including a 628-day run, so most collectors come to this belt through him.

Designed For Fans, Collectors, And Champions

Buyers come to this one from every direction. Some want the flagship IWGP look without hunting a specific version. Others are building a display of New Japan titles and need the heavyweight centrepiece. Wrestlers and gym owners order it as a working prize for their own matches. Collectors finishing the division often move on to the rest of the IWGP replica belt collection. Fans simply hang it where they watch. Tell us how you plan to use it and we will steer you toward the right metal and thickness.

Care And Display Guide

Dust the plates with a dry microfibre cloth and keep liquids away from the plating. Leather ages best in stable air, so avoid damp basements and sunny windows alike. Hang the belt full length or lay it flat, never folded, since the leather holds a crease permanently. Brass darkens gradually with handling, while zinc holds its tone longer. Either way, a gentle buff restores the finish without taking the plating with it.

Production, Shipping, And Returns

Our order will takes maximum 20 days to reach to your doorstep after the order confirmation. Worldwide shipping is free and tracked door to door. Your belt ships in a padded sleeve inside a rigid box. Return standard builds within 30 days.