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By: Lewis Carlan
In less than a year of being a pro-wrestler, Spike Nishimura accomplished a goal that many competitors can only dream about, she made her debut in Japan for the Sendai Girls promotion in 2024.
Sendai Girls owner and Joshi Puroresu legend Meiko Satomura clearly understood that she had a top prospect in Nishimura and made her an official member of the promotion in 2025.
In Sept. 2025, Nishimura faced one of the best competitors in Japan, Mika Iwata, in singles bout. While it was Iwata’s experience that led her to victory, Nishimura exhibited immense potential during the bout which earned her a handshake and embrace from Iwata as a show of respect.
In Oct 2025, Nishimura defeated Yuki Fuuna, Soy and Miria Koga to make it to the finals of the Jaja Uma Tournament. Despite losing to Marvelous blue chipper Senka Akatsuki in the finals, Nishimura had proved that she made great strides within the promotion and showed incredible improvement as an in-ring competitor.
Nishimura will get another shot at Senka Akatsuki on April 12th only this time it will be for Akatsuki’s Sendai Girls Jr. Championship. Nishimura would like nothing more than to win her first title in Sendai Girls and will get the opportunity in a few days at Korakuen Hall as she challenges Akatsuki for the title.
Photo Credit: Sendai Girls
Monthly Puroresu caught up with Spike Nishimura as we discussed a variety of topics. Here is the Monthly Puroresu interview with Sendai Girls star Spike Nishimura:
(Note: This interview was conducted prior to the announcement of the April 12th Sendai Girls Jr. Title bout between Senka Akatsuki and Spike Nishimura.)
Monthly Puroresu:
How did it feel to be back in a Sendai Girls ring on Feb. 15th after a short hiatus and getting the win with Mamami against DASH Chisako & Miu Kanae.
Spike Nishimura:
Good to get back to business, even better to get the win. Manami is a strong teammate, so hopefully this won’t be the last time we tag together.
Photo Credit: Sendai Girls
Monthly Puroresu:
You officially joined the Sendai Girls roster in 2025. What was it about Sendai Girls that you choose to sign with them?
Spike Nishimura:
Everyone on the roster is seriously competitive and athletic, so no matter who I’m wrestling or training with, they’re going to force me to get better myself. Plus, they offered me great benefits.
Photo Credit: Sendai Girls
Monthly Puroresu:
What were the circumstances that led to your debut in Oct. 2024 for Sendai Girls?
Spike Nishimura:
I made a good impression in the right place at the right time and, seeing some promise in me, they offered me the chance to come train and prove myself. Not much else to it, really.
Monthly Puroresu:
Do you feel you have grown as a pro-wrestler since joining the Sendai Girls roster?
Spike Nishimura:
If I hadn’t seriously progressed since joining, I would have quit the business.
Photo Credit: Sendai Girls
Monthly Puroresu:
Was competing for Japan always a goal for you and how did you find Japan when you finally arrived? Was it hard to adapt at first?
Spike Nishimura:
Yes, it was always a long term goal for me to wrestle in Japan. The language barrier was hard to adapt to.
Monthly Puroresu:
You made your debut in Japan relatively quickly while many must wait years to get an opportunity. Did you ever expect to debut for a top Joshi Puroresu promotion less that a year into your career?
Spike Nishimura:
Nope. Who would? I’m ambitious, not delusional.
Monthly Puroresu:
Back on Nov. 16th you faced Senka Akatsuki in the finals of the Jaja Uma Tournament 2025 Finals. You fell in defeat to Akatsuki. What was the level of disappointment you felt and what are your thoughts on Akatsuki?
Spike Nishimura:
Nobody enjoys losing, especially not that close to the prize. Despite that, I think I put up the best fight I possibly could at the time, and that just wasn’t enough to get the job done. Senka was the better wrestler. She’s tough and persistent as hell, so I need to get tougher and stronger and more resilient for next time. In that way, she’s great motivation.
Monthly Puroresu:
How much of an influence has Meiko Satomura-san played in your career since joining Sendai Girls and what do remember about meeting Satomura-san for the first time?
Spike Nishimura:
Being intimidated by her legacy and reputation, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But she’s been very supportive, really gone above and beyond to make sure I’m healthy and well taken cared of here.
Photo Credit: Sendai Girls
Monthly Puroresu:
You faced Sendai Girls superstars Mika Iwata & DASH Chiasko in singles bouts in 2025. Do you believe you came out of those matches as a better wrestler despite losing?
Spike Nishimura:
If I hadn’t learned anything from either of them, that would have been my sign to quit the business. They obviously have very different in-ring styles, but both forced me to step up my game and improve in order to keep up. Like I said earlier, losing is great motivation.
Monthly Puroresu:
Chihiro Hashimoto is the Sendai Girls World Champion. When do you feel you will be ready to step up to Hashimoto and issue a challenge to her for the title?
Spike Nishimura:
I don’t know. I don’t have a plan. Could be any day, honestly. Well, maybe after I’ve won a few singles matches. Get some momentum behind me first. Fortune favors the bold, but fortune can only take you so far against a tank.
Monthly Puroresu:
What do you do while in Japan on your days off from competing? Do you get to do much sightseeing?
Spike Nishimura:
I train at the dojo and/or go to the gym most days, then try to get out and about, see the sights, explore the area when I can. I like going to arcades and museums, and trying new restaurants and coffee shops. Gotta be cultured with it, you know?
Photo Credit: Sendai Girls
Monthly Puroresu:
What was it that led you to decide to pursue a career in pro-wrestling?
Spike Nishimura:
I started wrestling in the US while I had a full time day job, as most independent wrestlers do. Between that and traveling for weekend shows, never having days off was exhausting. When I lost that job in early 2025 and was faced with the absolute state of the current American hiring market, getting an offer from Sendai Girls was a godsend. Really, the career chose me, and who was I to deny it?
Monthly Puroresu:
What are your goals for 2026?
Spike Nishimura:
Get bigger, stronger, spikier. Throw people around, kick some faces in. Win matches. Win the Senjo junior title. Fight more people in more places.
Monthly Puroresu would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Spike Nishimura for granting us this interview.
Date:
April 5, 2026
