NJPW Announces Hiromu Takahashi To Leave Company & Final Date Set for The New Beginning In Osaka 2026 Event

As noted before, Hiromu Takahashi is currently believed to be leaving New Japan Pro Wrestling once his contract expires soon.

NJPW confirmed earlier today that Takahashi will be leaving the company this month.

It was announced that Takahashi’s final date with the company will be taking place at their The New Beginning in Osaka 2026 event on February 11th in Osaka, Japan.

NJPW’s official website:

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. 

Prior to the announcement, Takahashi has been with NJPW since August of 2010.