Mina Shirakawa Share how He left behind a traditional life and a business future to pursue his dream of being a professional fighter while taking her first steps as an active fighter of All Elite Wrestling After having moved from Japan to the United States in the new chapter of his career.
► Mina Shirakawa Revela
A difficult childhood: “I grew up in a very strict family, and my father directs a technology company. He has his own company. So it was expected that I would study a lot and, someday, take the reins of the business. That was the expectation. That is why I went to a private school only for girls from high school. I studied a lot, I spent the university entrance exam and worked at a wedding company … “
The dream of the fight: “So I followed the path that my parents wanted … but deep down, I had a dream, because since I was a child, I admired the people I saw on television. I wanted to be like them … it was a dream that I had for a long time. I started working, but I couldn't ignore what I felt. So I left my job and entered the entertainment world. “
The beginning: “One day, someone invited me to see professional wrestling. I said: 'Yes, that's fine. Come on.' It was the first time I saw wrestling. I was very impacted … it was a New Japan event in a small sand. I saw that in the ring they struggled with everything they had. Then I realized: 'ah. I also have to do the same for my dreams, fight for them. '”
Emotional support: “See wrestling became my emotional support. For a long time I was a big fan of the fight. But one day I asked myself: 'If you died tomorrow, would you be satisfied with your life?' The answer was no. I had to challenge myself and try on wrestling. I had no sports experience, but I decided to launch myself to the challenge … and I became a fighter. “
