Miyu Yamashita is a Japanese professional wrestler signed to Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling.
14 Facts About Miyu Yamashita
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Miyu Yamashita was pushed as the top star of Tokyo Joshi Pro, and became the first ever Princess of Princess Champion on January 4,2016.
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Miyu Yamashita has gone on to hold the title for a combined total of 1,065 days over the course of three title reigns, both records, and has come to be recognized as the promotion's ace.
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Miyu Yamashita trained in Kyokushin and mixed martial arts from a young age and originally had hopes of being an idol, and took part in many auditions for idol groups, though she struggled to get anywhere.
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Miyu Yamashita was eventually introduced to professional wrestler Kyohei Mikami, who asked if she would be interested in training to join Dramatic Dream Team's new sister promotion, Tokyo Joshi Pro.
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Miyu Yamashita accepted the offer and moved to Tokyo at age 17 to begin training under Mikami shortly after.
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Miyu Yamashita became known for her strong kicks and karate based offence, earning the nickname "Pink Striker".
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On January 4,2016, at TJP's biggest show to date, Miyu Yamashita defeated longtime rival Shoko Nakajima to become the first ever Tokyo Princess of Princess Champion.
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On January 4,2018, Miyu Yamashita got one more chance to win back the Tokyo Princess of Princess Championship, and defeated Reika Saiki to win the championship for a second time.
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Miyu Yamashita retained the title throughout 2018, defeating the likes of Yuna Manase, Veda Scott, Priscilla Kelly, Yuu, Maho Kurone and Rika Tatsumi.
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At WWN Mercury Rising 2019, Miyu Yamashita defeated Allysin Kay in a title vs title match to win the Shine Championship.
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On May 4,2021, Miyu Yamashita defeated Rika Tatsumi to claim the Princess of Princess Championship for a third time.
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On March 30,2023, Miyu Yamashita made her Impact Wrestling debut with a victory over Killer Kelly.
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Miyu Yamashita has appeared on two TV programs, the 2019 miniseries Prescription Police and the 2020 episode "Ekitai Rashku" of SWAT.