NJPW Tanahashi Jam Itaru 6/29/2025 – June 29 2025
NJPW Tanahashi Jam Itaru June 29 2025
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Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM JST | 2:00 PM PKT | 5:00 AM ET
Venue: Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, Japan
Promotion: New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW)
Full Match Card & Results:
- Opening Match:
Katsuya Murashima def. Ryohei Oiwa
A strong showing from young standout Murashima, who outmaneuvered the returning Oiwa in a competitive opener. - Tag Team Match:
SHO & Yoshinobu Kanemaru def. El Desperado & Master Wato
Dirty tactics, distractions, and signature rule-breaking helped SHO and Kanemaru steal the win in this chaotic tag bout. - Eight-Man Tag Match:
House of Torture def. CHAOS
A typically unhinged performance from the House of Torture, who used constant interference and misdirection to overcome CHAOS in a high-energy clash. - Singles Match:
Taichi def. Shota Umino
Umino showed tremendous heart, but Taichi’s experience and sharp striking game secured him a hard-fought victory in one of the most physical matches of the night. - Tag Team Bout:
Bishamon (Hirooki Goto & YOSHI-HASHI) def. TMDK (Shane Haste & Mikey Nicholls)
The former IWGP Tag Champs pulled together a tough, grounded win over the relentless TMDK, proving once again why they remain a staple of NJPW’s tag division. - Co-Main Event:
Hiromu Takahashi def. KUSHIDA
A technical masterclass and emotional clash between two of NJPW’s finest junior heavyweights. After countless counters and crowd-popping sequences, Hiromu landed Time Bomb II for the win. - Main Event – Special Tribute Match:
SANADA def. Hiroshi Tanahashi
In a deeply emotional showdown, NJPW President Hiroshi Tanahashi laced up his boots to take on SANADA in a match full of heart and legacy. SANADA picked up the win, but raised Tanahashi’s hand post-match in a heartfelt moment that brought the crowd to its feet.
Event Recap & Highlights:
NJPW’s Tanahashi Jam Itaru 2025 wasn’t just another stop on the calendar—it was a celebration of everything Hiroshi Tanahashi has given to New Japan and pro wrestling as a whole.
- Murashima vs. Oiwa kicked off the night with future-focused energy, as Murashima continued proving himself as a serious prospect for NJPW’s next generation.
- Tag matches featured a mix of chaos, comedy, and corruption—particularly SHO & Kanemaru’s underhanded win and the House of Torture’s wild brawl with CHAOS.
- Umino vs. Taichi was a breakout moment for Shota, who pushed the veteran to the limit in a match that felt like a rite of passage.
- Hiromu vs. KUSHIDA offered the kind of athletic storytelling that defines NJPW’s junior heavyweight legacy—clean, crisp, and unforgettable.
- Tanahashi vs. SANADA delivered more than just a match—it was a tribute to the Ace, blending respect, competition, and emotion into one unforgettable main event.
Venue Spotlight: Korakuen Hall:
Long considered NJPW’s spiritual home, Korakuen Hall delivered an electric atmosphere. Fans were loud, respectful, and fully invested in the night’s blend of tribute and high-caliber wrestling. The intimate setting only enhanced the night’s emotional weight, particularly during the main event.
Final Verdict: Legacy Meets Future:
Tanahashi Jam Itaru 2025 was a masterclass in balancing tribute with momentum. NJPW honored one of its greatest figures while allowing the spotlight to shine on emerging stars like Murashima and Umino.
Whether it was the raw technical brilliance of Hiromu vs. KUSHIDA or the closing image of SANADA raising Tanahashi’s hand, this was a night that exemplified everything New Japan stands for: legacy, competition, and respect.
A must-watch for fans of NJPW history and the future of puroresu.