Maki Itoh is now a free agent.
TJPW has issued a statement saying that they have parted ways with Maki Itoh, following her contract expiring on August 23rd.
“After much discussion with her, we have decided not to renew her contract, and we regret to inform you that this event will be her final appearance with Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling. We would like to express our sincere gratitude.”
A statement was issued by Maki Itoh through TJPW. “It all started when I delivered a powerful headbutt to Takagi-san in an idol lumberjack death match at the 2013 DDT Ryogoku tournament. I hadn’t shown any promise as an idol, so pro wrestling was the first time I was praised. After many twists and turns, I spent 8 years and 7 months at Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling. I owe my growth to Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling, which allowed me to develop my individuality without losing it. I am filled with gratitude for each and every person who has been involved with me. I will continue to wrestle, so I’m sure I’ll meet everyone reading this again somewhere! I will cherish the experience and knowledge I’ve gained here and continue to work hard. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!”
Maki Itoh then issued a similar statement through her social media. “With the Korakuen Hallshow on August 23, 2025, my contract with TJPW has come to an end. Back when I was struggling as an idol, it was Takagi who discovered me. I wasn’t good at singing or dancing, and was never that popular–but the one thing I was ever praised for was pro wrestling. Thanks to TJPW, I was able to spend 8 years and 7 months growing and living alongside this company. It’s all because of TJPW and everyone l’ve met along the way. I’ll continue wrestling, so I’m sure we’ll meet again somewhere down the road! I’ll never forget the gratitude I feel toward everyone who has supported me, and I’ll keep treasuring the experience and knowledge I gained here as I move forward. From the bottom of my heart, thank you fuck you all!”
Itoh’s final match in TJPW was against Yuki Arai at TJPW’s Tokyo Princess Cup 2025 Show 5 at Korakuen Hall. She has competed for several independent promotions including Prestige Wrestling, DEFY, Black Label Pro, PWG, and regularly at Game Changer Wrestling.
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