Reporter's Notebook

Inside Taiwan’s Pro Wrestling Ring


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TaiwanPlus reporter Bryn Thomas steps into the world of NTW — Taiwan’s up-and-coming professional wrestling league — where athleticism meets theater. Drawing on his own background in Greco-Roman and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Bryn explores how local wrestlers bring storytelling and character work to the ring. He talks about a rare opportunity to interview Japanese wrestling legend Jaguar Yokota, once hailed as one of the best in the world, during her trip to Taiwan. Tune in to hear Bryn’s thoughts on why fans are drawn to the drama, choreography, and heart behind Taiwan’s uniquely homegrown scene.



Watch two of Bryn’s wrestling pieces:


Taiwan Enters the Ring: NTW Brings Unique Local Flavor to Pro Wrestling 

Japan's World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana and Jaguar Yokota Debut in Taiwan 

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Reporter's NotebookBy TaiwanPlus News