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SURPRISING NEW JAPAN PRO WRESTLING DEPARTURE

By Mike Johnson on 2026-02-02 20:23:00

New Japan Pro Wrestling announced the departure of Hiromu Takahashi, a staple of the Junior Heavyweight division in recent years:

Hiromu Takahashi to leave NJPW

Thank you for supporting New Japan Pro-Wrestling.

After careful consideration and discussions with NJPW management, Hiromu Takahashi, who has been a long standing member of the NJPW roster will leave New Japan Pro-Wrestling. 

We apologise to fans for the sudden nature of this announcement. Hiromu's final scheduled appearance with NJPW will be at New Beginning in Osaka on February 11. 

New Japan Pro-Wrestling wishes Hiromu Takahashi the very best in his future activities and invites fans to show their support on his remaining appearances with NJPW. 

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