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Tetsuya Koda gave an overview of the TPC in Shupro.
These are some highlights.
Please note that there is a bit of my own interpretation and extrapolation.
>"Our image tends to be that we are idol-like and do youthful activities, but if you watch us in the ring, you will see that the matches are properly conducted in a wrestling style, and the card also follows a classical style, with new wrestlers not being allowed to challenge for the belt easily. It is well known that the WWE, despite its entertainment-like appearance, is actually very respectful of the history of professional wrestling, and I think it is very similar to that. I myself don't like to select people without considering the context of professional wrestling." ("Selection" basically meaning push)
>The reason established roster members and veterans main event the big shows is because he considers the stability and quality of the product. A stable product may be easier for new people to get into. Introducing new things can create instability so he wants to find a delicate balance between stability and freshness. (Mentions runner-up Miu Watanabe, who he deemed MVP of the tournament, as being part of the freshness)
>TJPW will maintain independence and not cross paths with other promotions, and because of this developing newcomers is their first and foremost priority so they don't fall into a rut. (Yume Pro-Wrestling show on YouTube and the women's only shows are mentioned are initiatives of developing new talent / attracting trainees)
>The plan is to establish three big shows a year while continuing to maintain independence. Since there aren't plans to work with other promotions, he wants to regularly invite foreigner wrestlers and says it would fit with CyberFight's policy of acquiring new members to Wrestle Universe.
