Shinsuke Nakamura’s Current In-Ring Status Revealed Amidst TV Absence

Shinsuke Nakamura is stepping back into the ring for the first time in months, and he’s doing it on his home turf.

WWE has announced that Nakamura will compete at both nights of the upcoming Supershow events at Tokyo’s Ryōgoku Sumo Hall on October 17 and 18, 2025.

This marks Nakamura’s first match since his early exit from the King of the Ring tournament in June, where he lost in the opening round. Since then, he’s been off WWE programming, but his return has now been confirmed as a centerpiece of the company’s Japan tour.

On the first night, Nakamura will team with Jey Uso to take on the powerhouse duo of Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker. The following night, he’ll link up with Uso again—this time alongside CM Punk—in a six-man tag match against Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, and Bronson Reed.

The two-night event is part of WWE’s continued push to feature more international stars in key roles, and Nakamura’s return in Tokyo is a major moment for both the performer and the Japanese fanbase. After months on the sidelines, the King of Strong Style is finally back in action—and he’s doing it in front of a crowd that helped define his legacy.

Alongside Nakamura’s matches, both shows feature championship clashes and high-profile bouts involving top stars like CM Punk, Giulia, Rhea Ripley, and Seth Rollins. But Nakamura’s return stands out as one of the most meaningful parts of this tour, signaling a potential new chapter in his WWE run. Here’s the current lineup for both nights of WWE Supershow Japan:

October 17, 2025 – Ryōgoku Sumo Hall, Tokyo

• Seth Rollins vs. CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship
• Giulia vs. IYO SKY vs. Rhea Ripley for the Women’s U.S. Championship
• Shinsuke Nakamura & Jey Uso vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed

October 18, 2025 – Ryōgoku Sumo Hall, Tokyo

• Giulia vs. Kairi Sane (with Asuka)
• Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY vs. Roxanne Perez & Raquel Rodriguez
• CM Punk, Shinsuke Nakamura & Jey Uso vs. Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed

With WWE’s return to Japan featuring a major homecoming for Nakamura, fans will be watching closely to see if this marks the beginning of a renewed push for one of the company’s most iconic Japanese superstars.

Are you ready to see Nakamura back in the ring? What should WWE do with him next after this Tokyo run? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.