NJPW named Hiroshi Tanahashi the new President of the promotion with the following announcement:
Notice of newly appointed company President
After a meeting of New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s board of directors and shareholders today, December 23 2023, the following personnel change has been made in Company management.
Reason for personnel change
Alterations to management structure
Newly appointed officials
President & Representative Director: Hiroshi Tanahashi
Director: Hitoshi Matsumoto (Chief of Business Production, TV Asahi)
Director: Taro Okada (President & CEO, Bushiroad Fight) *Mr. Okada’s position is on a part time basis
Effective December 23, Takami Ohbari and Michiaki Nishizawa will step down from their positions as President/Representative Director and Director respectively.
Newly appointed President/Representative Director profile
Hiroshi Tanahashi was born November 13 1976 in Ogaki City, Gifu. After graduating in law at Ristumeikan University, Tanahashi joined NJPW in 1999 and debuted that October. He won the IWGP Heavyweight Championship for the first of a record eight times in 2006, achievements along with four time pro-wrestling MVP status that have led him to be called the ‘Ace’ of New Japan Pro-Wrestling.
Press conference
There will be a press conference on December 26 at 1PM JST concerning the changes made above.
Message to fans
Thank you for your ongoing support of New Japan Pro-Wrestling. On January 4 at Belc Presents Wrestle Kingdom 18 in the Tokyo Dome, Hiroshi Tanahashi will address the fans directly in his new role as President. NJPW looks forward to your continued support under the new leadership structure.
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Hiroshi Tanahashi Named President of NJPW
New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) recently announced that Hiroshi Tanahashi has been appointed as the new President of the promotion. This decision was made after a meeting of NJPW’s board of directors and shareholders on December 23, 2023.
The personnel change in company management was made to bring alterations to the management structure. As a result, Takami Ohbari and Michiaki Nishizawa will step down from their positions as President/Representative Director and Director, respectively.
Hiroshi Tanahashi, born on November 13, 1976, in Ogaki City, Gifu, is a well-known figure in the world of professional wrestling. After graduating in law from Ristumeikan University, Tanahashi joined NJPW in 1999 and made his debut in October of the same year. He has achieved numerous accolades throughout his career, including winning the IWGP Heavyweight Championship a record eight times and being named the pro-wrestling MVP four times. These accomplishments have earned him the nickname “Ace” of New Japan Pro-Wrestling.
A press conference is scheduled for December 26 at 1 PM JST to discuss the recent changes in company management. During this press conference, Hiroshi Tanahashi will address the fans directly in his new role as President.
NJPW expressed gratitude to the fans for their ongoing support and invited them to continue supporting the promotion under the new leadership structure. Tanahashi’s first official appearance as President will be at Belc Presents Wrestle Kingdom 18 in the Tokyo Dome on January 4.
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In conclusion, Hiroshi Tanahashi’s appointment as President of NJPW marks an exciting new chapter for the promotion. With his wealth of experience and accomplishments in the wrestling industry, fans can look forward to the future under his leadership.