Ep 36 | Shino Suzuki’s Homecoming Show and Leave of Absence

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 - [email protected] 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.