Kathmandu: An eight-member delegation of Japanese professional wrestlers paid a courtesy visit to the Nepal Tourism Board ( NTB) ahead of their participation in PWXM: Wrestler Castle – The Musical Wrestling Show, scheduled to be held on 4 July 2026 at Nakhipot Youth Club, Lalitpur.
The event is organized by PIG.E. Production Pvt. Ltd. The delegation is led by legendary Japanese professional wrestler and WWE Hall of famer Tatsumi Fujinami, one of the most respected figures in international professional wrestling.
From the moment they arrived in Nepal, the delegation expressed their admiration for the warm hospitality of the Nepalese people and the country’s rich cultural heritage. They shared that their experience had been both memorable and inspiring, reflecting Nepal’s unique appeal as a welcoming and culturally vibrant destination.
During the visit, NTB emphasized the nation’s immense potential for sports tourism and highlighted the significance of hosting internationally recognized sporting and entertainment events. NTB welcomed the participation of acclaimed professional wrestlers, noting that such initiatives contribute to positioning Nepal as an attractive destination for sports tourism, adventure tourism, and international events, while enhancing the country’s visibility among global audiences.
Japan remains one of Nepal’s important tourism source markets, and events like this provide a valuable platform to strengthen tourism ties between the two countries. By attracting international sports personalities and audiences, such events further promote Nepal as a destination that offers not only breathtaking natural beauty and adventure but also rich cultural experiences and world-class event-hosting opportunities.
NTB appreciates the efforts of the organizers in bringing this landmark event to Nepal and extends its best wishes for ths successful hosting of the program.
