Tokyo Joshi Pod: A TJPW Podcast

The Tokyo Princess Cup has officially crowned its 2026 winner! Andy reviews the tournament final and everything that came with it before welcoming Justin Stein to the show to talk about Resura’s 2026 Joshi Top 100, including how the list came together and this year’s TJPW representation. We’ll also catch up on the latest news surrounding Wrestle Princess 7 and Texas Stampede 2, two newly announced shows in Inspiration and Rooftop Garden Pro Wrestling, Miu Watanabe’s upcoming Fortune Dream appearance, and preview BECOMING before checking in on the latest TJPW excursions. Read Resura Online - https://resuramag.com/ TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (04:32) Updates on Wrestle Princess 7 & Texas Stampede 2 (08:10) Inspiration & Rooftop Garden Pro Wrestling Announced (12:59) Miu Watanabe Appearing on Fortune Dream (14:53) Tokyo Princess Cup Finals Review (44:45) Justin Stein Joins to Talk Resura's Top 100 Joshi (1:31:14) BECOMING Preview (1:34:52) Upcoming Excursions Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

The Tokyo Princess Cup has reached its final match! Andy reviews the semifinal show and looks ahead to the tournament finals as two competitors prepare to battle for their first-ever Cup victory. Elsewhere in TJPW, Tojojo has officially arrived, the participants for HYPE! 4 have been revealed, and Chika Nanase is heading home for an upcoming show. We’ll also catch up on the latest happenings with TJPW graduates and excursions before closing with the latest chapter in Tetsuya Koda’s unlikely wrestling career: his retirement match. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:16) Intro (04:50) Tojojo Arrives, HYPE! 4 Participants, & Chika’s Homecoming (11:51) Tokyo Princess Cup Semifinals Review (29:24) Tokyo Princess Cup Finals Preview (43:23) Graduates, Excursions, & Tetsuya Koda’s Retirement Match Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

The Tokyo Princess Cup is down to its final four! Andy reviews all four quarterfinal matches, including a pair of major upsets, before looking ahead to the semifinals and a guaranteed first-time Cup winner. We’ll also catch up on the latest TJPW show announcements and, somehow, Tetsuya Koda is the Ironman Heavymetalweight Champion. We check in on the TJPW General Manager’s title reign and his first attempt to defend the belt inside the ring. TIMESTAMPS: (01:15) Intro (03:41) Upcoming Show Announcements (08:59) Tokyo Princess Cup Quarterfinals Review (39:07) Tokyo Princess Cup Semifinals Preview (48:46) Tetsuya Koda Defends His Ironman Title Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

The Beginner’s Guide to TJPW returns with a complete look at one of the promotion’s biggest annual traditions: the Tokyo Princess Cup. We break down how the single-elimination tournament works, trace its history back to 2014, run through every former winner, and answer some of the biggest questions surrounding the Cup. What does the winner get? Has a reigning Princess of Princess Champion ever won? Does the entire roster participate? And how common is it for outsiders or international wrestlers to enter? Plus, we look at TJPW’s other tournaments, some of the strangest stats and trivia from Princess Cup history, why a deep tournament run can matter even without winning, and where things stand in the 2026 Cup. TIMESTAMPS: (00:21) Intro (02:50) What is the Tokyo Princess Cup? (07:59) The History of the Cup (13:52) Cup Winners (18:03) Has a Champion Ever Won? (19:46) Do All TJPW Wrestlers Participate? (23:27) Do Outsiders Participate? (27:40) Are There Other TJPW Tournaments? (29:44) The Importance of the Tokyo Princess Cup (36:16) Princess Cup Trivia (38:32) A Word on the 2026 Cup Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

The Tokyo Princess Cup field is down to eight and things are only getting tougher from here. Andy reviews the second half of Round 2 before looking ahead to all four quarterfinal matchups, along with the latest updates on the tournament finals, All Rise ’26, and LOVE&PEACE. We also attempt to make sense of the Ironman Heavymetalweight Title changing hands 30 times at the Tokyo Idol Festival and close with a check-in on TJPW talent making their way around the world, with excursions taking place across Australia, the UK, the US, Thailand, and Singapore. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (05:15) Updates on Tokyo Princess Cup Finals, All Rise ’26, LOVE&PEACE (11:34) Tokyo Princess Cup Round 2, Part 2 Review (40:35) Ironman Title Chaos at the Idol Festival (1:02:31) Tokyo Princess Cup Quarterfinals Preview (1:08:50) Excursions in Australia, UK, US, Thailand & Singapore Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

The Tokyo Princess Cup rolls on as Andy reviews the opening half of Round 2 and looks ahead to the remaining second round matches. We also catch up on a busy week around TJPW, including a new Ironman Heavymetalweight Champion, Shion Kanzaki’s homecoming show announcement, and Mifu Ashida’s birthday. Plus, we preview LOVE&PEACE at Tokyo Idol Festival, check in on Kira Summer’s excursion in Australia, revisit the Kitsune Stay With Me experience, and take a look at what could be next as more TJPW talent prepare for excursions abroad. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (04:55) New Ironman Champion, Shion Kanzaki Homecoming & Mifu Ashida’s Birthday (09:16) Tokyo Princess Cup Round 2, Part 1 Review (31:18) Tokyo Princess Cup Round 2, Part 2 Preview (36:15) LOVE&PEACE Tokyo Idol Festival Preview (45:12) Kira Summer in Adelaide Championship Wrestling (48:33) Kitsune Stay With Me Experience (55:59) Upcoming Excursions Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

Summer Sun Princess is in the books, the Tokyo Princess Cup is underway, and there’s plenty to discuss. Andy reviews TJPW’s biggest show of the Summer before breaking down all of the first-round Tokyo Princess Cup tournament action and looking ahead to the opening half of round two. We also welcome back Shino Suzuki, discuss Hiroyo Matsumoto and Natsu Sumire appearing in TJPW, and close with a few updates from broader TJPW world, including Kitsune’s upcoming show, Natsupoi’s retirement announcement, and Kira Summer’s excursion to Australia. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (04:53) Shino Returns! (06:28) Hiroyo Matsumoto & Natsu Sumire in TJPW (09:34) Summer Sun Princess Review (54:56) Tokyo Princess Cup Round 1 Review (1:12:03) Tokyo Princess Cup Round 2 - Part 1 Preview (1:15:29) Graduates & Excursions Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

The Tokyo Princess Cup is finally here and this week’s episode is all about the tournament. Andy is joined by “Blitzball Champ” Jason Ingram, AJ from the Queenslariat Podcast, Matt and Andy from Talk Joshi, and referee Mike Fullilove as everyone fills out their own Princess Cup bracket, sharing predictions, bold picks, and the reasoning behind who they think will survive TJPW’s toughest tournament. Along the way, we also chat Texas Stampede II, celebrate Shoko Nakajima’s birthday, preview Summer Sun Princess, and take a look at the opening night of the Tokyo Princess Cup. Whether you’re filling out a bracket of your own or just waiting to see whose predictions age the best, this is the episode for you! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (02:26) Texas Stampede II & Shoko’s Birthday (05:57) Andy’s Princess Cup Bracket Picks (23:20) “Blitzball Champ” Jason Ingram’s Bracket (39:03) AJ from Queenslariat Makes Her Picks (1:04:28) Matt & Andy From Talk Joshi’s Picks (2:02:48) Ref Mike Fullilove’s Bracket (2:39:00) Summer Sun Princess Preview (2:57:56) Tokyo Princess Cup Show 1 Preview Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

It’s a quiet week in TJPW, but there’s still plenty to talk about. On this episode, Andy reviews Ready to Explode, the final stop on the road to Summer Sun Princess. Speaking of Summer Sun Princess, we cover the full announced card of nine matches and what’s ahead for TJPW’s biggest show of the summer. We’ll also begin our preview of the Tokyo Princess Cup, celebrate a big YouTube milestone for TJPW, and wish a very happy birthday to Mahiro Kiryu and Shino Suzuki. Not the loudest week on paper, but with a huge weekend ahead, there is still a lot to sort through. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (04:43) Summer Sun Princess Card, YouTube Celebration, & Birthdays (14:16) Ready to Explode Review (34:28) Tokyo Princess Cup Preview, Part 1 (48:19) Graduates & Excursions Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

Happy 4th of July! It’s a busy and emotional week in TJPW as Andy discusses Yuki Kamifuku’s retirement press conference and the start of her final run with the promotion. There’s also Momo Sato’s upcoming debut, Tokyo Princess Cup competitor announcements, a review of the Final Spring Tour show, and a preview of Ready to Explode. Plus, Hikari Noa makes her return to the ring, adding one more major story to an already loaded summer. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (03:17) Yuki Kamifuku Retirement Press Conference (15:22) Momo Sato Debut & Tokyo Princess Cup Competitor Announcements (20:37) Next Door ~Final~ Review (37:55) Ready to Explode Preview (42:53) Hikari Noa’s Return Match Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

Join Andy for a special bonus episode as he watches the Grand Princess ’26 Behind the Scenes documentary. In this watch-along episode, Andy shares his thoughts and reactions to the backstage moments, emotional highlights, and quieter details surrounding TJPW’s biggest show ever. Grab your favorite Wakana cheat meal, find your comfiest Raku pillow, and let’s watch the Grand Princess documentary together. Grand Princess Documentary - https://youtu.be/gaSAEqCfDxc?si=SSCb1CqjWz_o08bl TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (00:21) Intro (03:56) Watch Along Start Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

TJPW has two more stops before Summer Sun Princess, but the pieces are already starting to come into focus. Andy digs into the latest updates from the Summer Sun Princess press conference, the newly revealed Tokyo Princess Cup bracket, and everything coming out of Next Door in Nagoya. We’ll also preview the final stop on the Spring Tour and close with some thoughts on Hikari Noa’s return to pro wrestling. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (06:00) Summer Sun Princess Updates & Press Conference (20:05) Tokyo Princess Cup Bracket Revealed (22:17) Next Door in Nagoya Review (43:33) Next Door~Final Preview (49:47) Hikari Noa Returns to Pro Wrestling Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

The road ahead for TJPW is starting to take shape as Andy catches up on the announcement of Becoming, newly confirmed Tokyo Princess Cup dates, and the latest stop on the Next Door tour in Yokohama. We’ll review the Yokohama show, look ahead to Next Door in Nagoya, and check in on a few TJPW-adjacent stories, including MIRAI challenging for the GHC Women’s Title, Kira Summer heading to Australia, and Sayuri Namba potentially making her way back to Japan. Plus, TJPW released baseball jerseys, which means it’s time to ask the important question: just what the heck are all these numbers about? TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (06:54) Becoming Announced, Tokyo Princess Cup Dates (13:07) What Do the Numbers Mean?!? (19:24) Next Door in Yokohama Review (38:28) Next Door in Nagoya Preview (44:17) A Word on MIRAI, Kira Summer & Sayuri Namba Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

The original HYPE! is a very special show, regarded by many TJPW fans as a cult favorite. While yes, it does carry a fair bit of Hyper Misao insanity in the form of time travel and alternate dimensions, at its core it’s an emotional story about living in the present told through the eyes of Mahiro Kiryu. On today’s bonus episode, Andy rewinds back to May 2023 to review this classic show which spawned 3 sequels, the latest of which arrives later this year. Whether it’s your 1st experience with HYPE! or your 15th, join us as we relive Hyper Misao’s Produce Show - HYPE! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (00:22) Intro (01:50) A Brief Intro to HYPE! (05:55) HYPE! Review (30:53) Thoughts on HYPE! and its Success Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

This week on the pod, Andy catches up on a busy week of TJPW news and shows. We start with the exciting announcement of HYPE! 4, the latest updates for Summer Sun Princess ‘26, and the possible arrival of a new mascot (which may see Arisu pulling double duty as a bear?). Then we review Stand Alone ’26, including the major title matches, new challengers, and where things landed with the Ironman Title coming out of the show. We also look ahead to Next Door in Yokohama and close with a check-in on Yamashita in EVE, Nakajima in MLW, and six TJPW wrestlers in DDT. Plenty to cover, very little of it normal. So, a pretty standard week in TJPW. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (06:16) HYPE! 4 Announced, Summer Sun Princess Update & A New Mascot? (16:45) Stand Alone ’26 Review (1:01:46) Next Door in Yokohama Preview (1:04:59) Excursions in EVE, MLW & DDT Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

Stand Alone ’26 is upon us this weekend and with it comes three major title matches! On this week’s episode, Andy breaks down everything you can expect from a loaded Korakuen Hall show, reviews the latest TJPW house show in Osaka (with another wonderful main event) and speculates on who could challenge for each title at Summer Sun Princess. Speaking of Summer Sun Princess, we’ll chat through the first match announcement, peek in on a terrific ChocoPro show, plan for Kira Summer’s upcoming trip to Australia and rock out to a new TJPW CD! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:15) Intro (05:17) New TJPW CD, Summer Sun Princess Updates, & Kira Summer Absence (11:22) Next Door in Osaka Review (30:22) Stand Alone ’26 Preview (50:53) ChocoPro Apple Universe, DDT Match, Yamashita in EVE & Other Excursions Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

The road to Stand Alone ’26 in Korakuen Hall is heating up! Mizuki has been kidnapped, Yuki Kamifuku sent a strong warning to Yuki Arai, and Mahiro Kiryu pinned Suzume – and that’s just from Next Door in Shinjuku! Today on the pod we’ll recap that great Shinjuku event, preview this weekend’s Osaka event, chat Maki Itoh and Mina Shirakawa, check out the full Stand Alone card and prep ourselves for a vampire takeover in Korakuen…..yes, really. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Start (01:16) Intro (06:36) News: Stand Alone ’26, Summer Sun Princess & Texas Tour Return Report Meeting (16:43) Next Door in Shinjuku Review (36:24) Next Door in Osaka Preview (40:53) Itoh Title Challenge, Mina in the Owen & Excursions Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

This week on the Tokyo Joshi Pod we chat Shino Suzuki, who shortly after her homecoming show announced an indefinite leave of absence. Andy reviews the show, shares his thoughts on Shino’s hiatus and discusses her growth over the past few years. Also on today’s episode, we cover the Stand Alone ’26 press conference (complete with some rude insults hurled at Uta Takami), preview the upcoming Shinjuku show, celebrate Aja Kong’s 40th anniversary, check in on Wakana’s competitive eating side quest, and wish a happy birthday to Ren Konatsu. All that and more on an episode you certainly don’t want to miss! TIMESTAMPS: (01:15) Intro (03:32) Shino Suzuki’s Leave of Absence (08:43) Stand Alone ’26 Updates & Press Conference (15:00) Wakana on Dekamori Hunter & Ren’s Birthday (17:15) Shino’s Homecoming Show Review (32:51) Next Door in Shinjuku Preview (37:29) Yuka in ROH, Itoh Title Challenge, Unagi in Sukeban (41:56) Aja Kong & Mei Suruga Anniversary Shows, EVE, Kitsune Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

It’s homecoming week on the Pod! With TJPW back to running one show per week, Andy keeps things a little more bite-sized this time around while reviewing Suzume’s homecoming show, Back to the Hive, and previewing Shino Suzuki’s upcoming homecoming event, She Knows Her Way. We’ll also talk Yuka Sakazaki’s upcoming challenge for the ROH Women’s World Title, Aja Kong’s 40th Anniversary show, and a handful of news items and excursion updates from around the TJPW world. TIMESTAMPS: (01:15) Intro (03:19) “Super Special Event” Announced & Rise’s Birthday (06:40) Back to the Hive Review (23:35) She Knows Her Way Preview (28:58) Yuka in ROH & Mirai in Wave (31:56) Aja Kong’s Anniversary, Mei Suruga’s Anniversary, EVE 150 & Kitsune Excursions Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.

The annual Wrestle Universe members only show featured a number of costume changes, a pop quiz, some gambling, extreme love for Toga, and…...a handful of WWE superstars? Join Andy as he unpacks all the wackiness coming out of that event – from Mahirock winning the rumble to Haru struggling with fractions to HIMAWARI really doing her best to be flexible. We also have a terrific Yes! Wonderland show to cover with new champions, new challengers, multiple announcements, and a number of guest appearances. All that and more to get you fully caught up on today’s Tokyo Joshi Pod episode! TIMESTAMPS: (01:15) Intro (04:29) News: Summer Sun Princess, Trainees, TIF, Stand Alone ’26, Birthdays, & the SAJ Show (16:39) Wrestle Universe Members Show Review (39:17) Yes! Wonderland Review (01:12:03) Back to the Hive Preview (01:15:02) Yamashita in Marvelous, Suzume in ChocoPro, & Namba in Kitsune Follow the Pod - @tokyojoshipod on X, Instagram, TikTok Email the Pod - tokyojoshipod@gmail.com Stream TJPW - Wrestle Universe The Tokyo Joshi Pod is a fan podcast and is in no way affiliated with TJPW, CyberFight, or its talents. All views and opinions expressed are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official positions of TJPW, CyberFight, or any wrestlers.