Maki Itoh becomes free agent after final TJPW Korakuen Hall show

Maki Itoh has become a free agent following the expiration of her Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling contract, with her Korakuen Hall show on August 23, 2025 marking the end of an eight-year run with the promotion. TJPW announced that after thorough discussions with Itoh, the decision was made not to renew the deal. Itoh acknowledged the milestone in a post on social media, saying she will continue wrestling and that she expects to cross paths with the promotion and its fans again in the future.

Itoh’s career has bridged Japanese wrestling and international platforms. She rose from an idol background to become a notable figure in pro wrestling, a journey that began under the guidance of Sanshiro Takagi. Her eight years and seven months with TJPW helped establish her signature persona, the Fired Idol character, which gained traction with international audiences. Itoh has also appeared for Game Changer Wrestling and competed in AEW events from 2021 through 2023, including appearances around the time she participated in AEW’s prominent cross-promotional events, though her last appearance in an AEW ring came more than two years ago. Her profile outside Japan has remained high, particularly...