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Starlight Kid (スターライト・キッド, Sutāraito Kiddo; born August 18, 2001) is a Japanese professional wrestler. She is signed to World Wonder Ring Stardom where she is the leader of Neo Genesis and a former Wonder of Stardom Champion.

Key Information

She is also a former one-time High Speed Champion, two-time Artist of Stardom Champion, one-time and inaugural Future of Stardom Champion, one-time Goddesses of Stardom Champion and one-time and inaugural New Blood Tag Team Champion. She is the first wrestler to wear her mask full-time in Stardom as part of her luchadora persona. Greatly influenced by Lucha libre, Starlight Kid has followed Mexican tradition for masked wrestlers, so her real name is not a matter of public record.

Professional wrestling career

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World Wonder Ring Stardom (2015–present)

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Early career (2015–2018)

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Starlight Kid made her professional wrestling debut on October 11, 2015 in a three-way match in which she and Momo Watanabe lost to Kaori Yoneyama.[1] On November 8, she competed in her first major Stardom tournament, teaming up with Hiromi Mimura to compete in the 2015 Goddesses of Stardom Tag League.[citation needed] The team lost in the first round to Watanabe & Datura.[citation needed] After that, she would team up with Miura very often. Kid spent most of her matches losing to other, more experienced wrestlers, which would help put over other wrestlers while at the same time giving Starlight Kid some in-ring, televised, experience.

Starting in June 2016, Kid took a year long break from wrestling. She made her return on June 11, 2017.[2][3] In March 2018, she would participate in the tournament for the inaugural Future of Stardom Championship where she defeated Hanan in the first round and then she would defeat Shiki Shibusawa in the tournament final to become the inaugural Future of Stardom Champion, which was newly established at the Korakuen Hall Tournament, and became the first champion.[4]

Stars (2018–2021)

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See also: Stars (professional wrestling)

As a result of the 2018 Stardom Draft on April 15, 2018, Starlight Kid formed a stable with Mayu Iwatani, Saki Kashima, Shiki Shibusawa, Natsumi, and Tam Nakano after she was revealed as their fifth pick with stable being later named STARS. On May 27, at Shining Stars, her first singles match with Io Shirai ended in defeat, but the audience highly praised it. Post-match, AZM challenged her for the Future of Stardom Championship, and on June 3 at Queen's Fes In Sapporo, the match went to a time-limit draw. From October 23 until November 4, Kid & Natsumi took part in the 2018 Goddesses of Stardom Tag League, finishing the tournament with a record of two wins, two losses, and one draw, failing to advance to the tournament finals.

On January 3, 2019, Kid lost her title to Utami Hayashishita at New Years Stars, ending her reign at 281 days. At Stardom Cinderella Tournament 2019 on April 29, she made it to the semi-finals where she fell short to Konami.[5]

On the first night of the Stardom Cinderella Tournament 2021 from April 10, 2021, Kid defeated Momo Watanabe in the first rounds of the competition.[6] On the second night from May 14, she fell short to Saya Kamitani in the second rounds.[7]

Oedo Tai (2021–2024)

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On the last night of the 2021 Cinderella Tournament from June 12, 2021, Kid left Stars stable after she, Koguma, Hanan, Iwatani and Rin Kadokura lost to Oedo Tai (Natsuko Tora, Konami, Fukigen Death, Ruaka & Saki Kashima) in a Ten-Woman Elimination Tag Team Match where the winner had to pick a member from the opposite unit with Oedo Tai picking Kid after she was eliminated in the end.[8]

After defecting from Stars, Starlight Kid switched from her light-colored masks (left 2019 and center 2020) to a darker one (right, 2022) to depict her embracing the dark side of Oedo Tai. Her mask style, similar to the ones worn by Queen's Quest members until early 2022, was inspired by Tiger Mask.

At Yokohama Dream Cinderella 2021 in Summer on July 4, 2021, Kid rebranded her outfit to fit Oedo Tai's colors wearing a black and purple outfit and mask. She teamed up with Ruaka for the first time as an Oedo Tai member and fell short to Queen's Quest's Momo Watanabe & AZM.[9] Kid also challenged Tam Nakano for the Wonder of Stardom Championship unsuccessfully on July 21. At the Stardom 5 Star Grand Prix 2021, Kid competed in the "Red Stars" block where she scored a total of 11 points.[10] On August 29, on the eighth night of the Grand Prix, Kid defeated Natsupoi to win High Speed Championship.[11] At Stardom 10th Anniversary Grand Final Osaka Dream Cinderella on October 9, 2021, Kid defended the High Speed Championship against Saki Kashima.[12] At the 2021 Goddesses of Stardom Tag League, Kid teamed up with Ruaka as "Kurotora Kaidou" and competed in the "Blue Goddess" block where they scored a total of seven points.[13]

Since Kawasaki Super Wars, the first event of the Stardom Super Wars trilogy which took place on November 3, 2021, Kid would enter in the quest to recruit more members into Oedo Tai which would lead to a feud with Momo Watanabe who would later be a victim of Starlight Kid's mind games as the latter's strategy to recruit members to Oedo Tai. First, Kid successfully defended the High Speed Championship against Watanabe on November 3.[14] At Tokyo Super Wars on November 27, she defended the High Speed title again against Koguma.[15] Kid's mind games against Watanabe eventually degenerated into an Eight-Woman Elimination Tag Team Match at in which both of them would be the captains of their respective teams. The loser captain would be forced to join the enemy unit and if Kid lost, she would also have to unmask and reveal her real name. The match took place on December 18, at Osaka Super Wars, the event which represented the last part of the "Super Wars" trilogy. With the match coming down to the wire and Queen's Quest holding a 2 to 1 advantage over Kid, a shocking moment occurred when Watanabe betrayed her Queen's Quest and hit her long-time tag team partner AZM over the head with a chair, handing the win to Oedo Tai and with Kid keeping her mask and Watanabe joining the stable.[16] At Stardom Dream Queendom, Kid once again defended the High Speed title successfully against AZM and Koguma in a three-way match.[17]

Starlight Kid facing Kairi (upper) on the second night of the Stardom World Climax 2022 from March 27.

At Stardom Nagoya Supreme Fight on January 29, 2022, Kid teamed up with Momo Watanabe and defeated Utami Hayashishita & AZM.[18] At Stardom Cinderella Journey on February 23, 2022, she dropped the High Speed Championship to AZM.[19] At Stardom New Blood 1 on March 11, 2022, Kid teamed up with Ruaka to defeat World Woman Wrestling Diana's Haruka Umesaki & Nanami.[20] On the first night of the Stardom World Climax 2022 from March 26, Kid teamed up with Momo Watanabe and defeated FWC (Hazuki & Koguma) to win the Goddesses of Stardom Championship.[21] At Stardom Cinderella Tournament 2022, Kid fell short to Natsupoi in the first rounds from April 3.[22] At Stardom Golden Week Fight Tour on May 5, 2022, Kid & Watanabe dropped the Goddesses of Stardom Championship back to Hazuki & Koguma.[23] At Stardom New Blood 2 on May 13, 2022, Kid teamed up with Ruaka & Rina in a losing effort against Cosmic Angels (Mina Shirakawa & Unagi Sayaka) & Haruka Umesaki.[24] At Stardom Flashing Champions on May 28, 2022, Kid teamed up with Saki Kashima & Momo Watanabe to defeat MaiHimePoi (Maika, Himeka & Natsupoi) for the Artist of Stardom Championship.[25] At Stardom Fight in the Top on June 26, 2022, Kid teamed up once again with Watanabe & Kashima to score their first defense of the Artist of Stardom Championship against Giulia, Maika & Mai Sakurai.[26] At Stardom New Blood 3, Kid teamed up with Rina, Ruaka & Haruka Umesaki to defeat Cosmic Angels (Mina Shirakawa, Unagi Sayaka & Color's (Yuko Sakurai & Rina Amikura)).[27] At Mid Summer Champions in Tokyo, the first event of the Stardom Mid Summer Champions series which took place on July 9, 2022, Kid unsuccessfully challenged Saya Kamitani for the Wonder of Stardom Championship.[28] On the second night at Mid Summer Champions in Nagoya on July 24, Kid teamed up with Momo Watanabe & Saki Kashima to successfully defend the Artist of Stardom Championship against Giulia, Maika & Himeka.[29] At Stardom New Blood 4 on August 26, 2022, Kid teamed up with Haruka Umesaki in a losing effort against God's Eye (Mirai & Ami Sourei).[30] At Stardom 5 Star Grand Prix 2022, Kid competed in the "Blue Stars" block where she scored a total of 14 points.[31]

At New Blood Premium on March 25, 2023, Starlight Kid and Karma, teaming together as Bloody Fate, became the inaugural New Blood Tag Team Champions by defeating God's Eye (Mirai and Tomoka Inaba) in the finals of the New Blood Tag Team Championship Inaugural Tournament.[32] At New Blood 11 on September 29, Bloody Fate lost the New Blood Tag Team Championship to wing★gori.[33] On September 29, it was announced that Kid had sustained an ankle injury and would take a leave of absence.[34] At Stardom All Star Grand Queendom 2024 on April 27, 2024, Starlight Kid got kicked out of Oedo Tai as she was helped by Tam Nakano after being jumped by her ex-stablemates.[35]

Neo Genesis (2024–present)

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At Stardom The Conversion on June 22, 2024, AZM and Miyu Amasaki attracted the attention of Crazy Star's Suzu Suzuki and Mei Seira, and Starlight Kid who spent a couple of months as a solitary wrestler after being kicked out of Oedo Tai.[36] On the first night of the Stardom Sapporo World Rendezvous on July 27, 2024, Kid, AZM, Seira, Suzuki and Amasaki officiated the birth of the "Neo Genesis" unit as they defeated Stars (Hazuki, Koguma, Hanan, Saya Iida and Momo Kohgo in a ten-woman tag team match as their inaugural bout.[37] The stable was represented by AZM, Suzu Suzuki, Mei Seira, Miyu Amasaki and Starlight Kid in the Stardom 5 Star Grand Prix 2024.[38]

New Japan Pro Wrestling (2022–present)

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Kid often competes in exhibition matches organized by NJPW in partnership with Stardom. On January 5, 2022, on the second night of New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW)'s Wrestle Kingdom 16, she made her first NJPW appearance where she, alongside Mayu Iwatani fell short to Tam Nakano & Saya Kamitani.[39]

Championships and accomplishments

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is a Japanese professional wrestler signed to the promotion, renowned for her high-speed, acrobatic in-ring style and masked that emphasizes agility and charisma. Standing at 150 cm (4 ft 11 in) and weighing 48 kg (106 lb), she debuted on October 11, 2015, at Korakuen Hall in a three-way match against Momoe Watanabe and as part of Stardom's seventh trainee class. Born on August 18, 2001, she has established herself as one of Stardom's top talents through versatile performances as both a face and , highlighted by her exceptional facial expressions and ability to connect with audiences. Throughout her career, Starlight Kid has transitioned through several factions, beginning with her affiliation to the unit (formerly Oedo Tai's rival group) in April 2018 before being forcibly recruited into on June 12, 2021, where she adopted the darker "Black Kid" persona. She was expelled from on April 27, 2024, leading to the formation of her current stable, Neo Genesis, which includes wrestlers like AZM and Amasaki Mitsuyuki. Her signature moves, such as the , Kokko Kyakusatsu, , and , showcase her technical prowess and aerial capabilities. Starlight Kid's championship resume underscores her prominence in , including her reign as the former 24th Wonder of Stardom Champion (held from December 2024 to November 3, 2025), a title she defended successfully through mid-2025; the 23rd Goddess of Stardom Champion (with AZM); two-time Artist of Stardom Champion (27th and 34th reigns, with various partners); inaugural Future of Stardom Champion; 21st High Speed Champion; inaugural NEW BLOOD Champion; and the Spark World Champion. Beyond wrestling, she released her first style book, SLK STYLE, in April 2023, further solidifying her status as a multimedia personality within the scene. As of November 2025, she is sidelined due to a left arm injury sustained during her final Wonder of Stardom title defense but remains the leader of Neo Genesis and a key figure in .

Early life and training

Childhood and influences

Starlight Kid was born on August 18, 2001, in . Due to her adoption of a masked wrestling persona inspired by traditions, details such as her real name and specific hometown remain private and not publicly disclosed. From a young age, Starlight Kid was exposed to through her mother's fandom. Her mother was an avid follower of (AJPW) and later NEO Japan Ladies Pro-Wrestling, often watching events on television and owning numerous DVDs of matches featuring wrestlers like . This enthusiasm led to family outings, with Starlight Kid attending NEO shows alongside her mother from infancy until around age ten, fostering an early appreciation for the athleticism and spectacle of the sport. She particularly admired performers like Yoshiko "Yoshiko" Tamura during these viewings, viewing wrestling as an inspiring form of entertainment rather than a potential career path at the time. Despite her petite build—standing at 150 cm (4 ft 11 in) and weighing 48 kg (106 lb)—Starlight Kid developed a strong admiration for female wrestlers, which gradually shaped her aspirations. Around age 13, during junior high school, her interest reignited after attending 's retirement show in June 2014, followed by solo trips to events like a Korakuen Hall show on February 22, 2015, for just 1,000 yen. These experiences, combined with admiration for early talents such as Io Shirai and AZM who began their careers young in NEO, inspired her to pursue herself.

Wrestling training and debut

Starlight Kid began her professional wrestling training at the age of 13 in 2015 under the guidance of at the dojo. She trained alongside peers such as AZM, developing the foundational skills necessary for a career in joshi puroresu within the promotion's rigorous system. Kakimoto, a former wrestler and key figure in Stardom's founding, emphasized technical proficiency and physical conditioning tailored to the promotion's high-impact style. Upon entering the , Starlight Kid adopted her signature masked gimmick, embodying a youthful, enigmatic high-flyer with clear influences from traditions. The persona highlighted her small stature—standing at 150 cm (4 ft 11 in) and weighing 48 kg (106 lb)—allowing her to showcase explosive aerial maneuvers and quick strikes that became hallmarks of her in-ring approach. She made her professional debut on October 11, 2015, at the event "Appeal The Heat," at just 14 years old, competing in a three-way match against and . In her early matches, she primarily filled a role on the undercard, relying on her agility and speed to compensate for her size against more experienced opponents.

Professional wrestling career

World Wonder Ring Stardom (2015–present)

Starlight Kid debuted in with on October 11, 2015, as part of the promotion's seventh class of trainees, marking the beginning of her foundational role in the organization. Initially competing as a solo performer during her early years, she honed her skills in high-speed and aerial maneuvers, establishing herself as a versatile high flyer within roster. Over the subsequent decade, her career evolved from a promising rookie to a prominent leader, culminating in her founding and leading the Neo Genesis stable in 2024 after being expelled from . Her faction affiliations shifted notably throughout her tenure, reflecting Stardom's dynamic unit system. She joined the stable in April 2018 as a founding member and remained a key member until June 2021, when a loss in a 10-woman match forced her transfer to the villainous , where she embraced a darker and contributed to the group's dominance. In April 2024, following internal conflicts, she was ousted from and subsequently formed Neo Genesis on July 28, 2024, recruiting talents like AZM and to create a new powerhouse unit focused on innovation and aggression. These transitions underscored her adaptability and influence in Stardom's faction landscape. Starlight Kid's contributions to emphasize her prowess in high-speed matches and warfare, often delivering fast-paced bouts that highlight her agility and in-ring creativity. She has been instrumental in elevating unit dynamics through strategic partnerships, including successful defenses in multi-person championships that bolstered her factions' prominence. Her participation in major tournaments, such as the 5 Star Grand Prix—where she competed in the 2025 edition, finishing with a 3-2-2 record—further cements her status as a mainstay in 's premier events. Additionally, she has made occasional crossover appearances in , expanding her reach within the broader wrestling ecosystem. In 2025, Starlight Kid marked her 10th anniversary with a self-produced event on October 20 at FACE, titled "Starlight Kid Debut 10th Anniversary ~Kid Family in Crisis!," which featured high-profile matches including a six-person main event and appearances by like and guest AEW wrestler . The show, streamed live on , celebrated her decade-long impact on while showcasing her leadership in Neo Genesis.

Early career (2015–2018)

Starlight Kid made her professional debut for on October 11, 2015, at an event in , competing in a three-way match alongside against , where she and Watanabe were defeated. Following her debut, she primarily competed on the undercard in matches, often partnering with fellow rookies like Hiromi Mimura, as seen in the 2015 where the duo advanced to the semifinals before elimination. These early bouts highlighted her developing high-flying style, emphasizing speed and aerial maneuvers to compensate against taller, more experienced opponents, which helped build her reputation as an agile in Stardom's competitive environment. In late 2017, following the debut of fellow trainee AZM, Starlight Kid engaged in a series of intense matches that established their longstanding rivalry, with Kid securing early victories in singles encounters that showcased her technical prowess and quick counters. She also participated in Stardom's rookie-focused tournaments during this period, including tag league events that allowed young wrestlers to gain exposure against established talent, further honing her in-ring fundamentals without shifting to a alignment. Her masked luchadora persona, inspired by Mexican wrestling traditions, solidified early on as the first full-time masked performer in , earning her the nickname "Sky Tiger" for her explosive, skyward high-flying attacks like springboard dives and hurricanranas. This character foundation emphasized agility and resilience, setting the stage for her breakout moment in 2018. On March 28, 2018, at Dream Slam in , the 16-year-old Starlight Kid won the inaugural by defeating Shiki Shibusawa in the finals of a five-woman , becoming the youngest champion in the title's history at that point. The victory marked her first major accolade, recognizing her rapid growth from rookie to a cornerstone of 's future division, with the belt designed for wrestlers under 162 cm (5 ft 4 in) to highlight emerging high-flyers like herself.

Stars (2018–2021)

In April 2018, during World Wonder Ring Stardom's annual draft event, Starlight Kid was selected by as one of the founding members of the new stable, marking her integration into a prominent babyface unit focused on high-energy, technical wrestling. Her compact frame and explosive aerial maneuvers positioned her as the agile counterpart in ' multi-woman lineups, where she frequently opened with rapid dives and armdrags to set a frenetic pace against opposing factions. This role allowed her to contribute to ' early dominance, including victories in inter-stable skirmishes that solidified the group's status as Stardom's premier heroic force. Starlight Kid's mid-card elevation accelerated through tag team pursuits, emphasizing her speed in dynamic partnerships. In the 2019 , she teamed with , securing key block wins in fast-paced contests that showcased their synchronized high-flying sequences and resilience against power-based opponents. By 2020, she paired with Iwatani to form the MK Sisters, advancing through the league with defenses marked by innovative double-team maneuvers like assisted moonsaults, while clashing with in heated stable-vs.-stable bouts that highlighted ' unity and Kid's growing reliability as a partner. These efforts not only boosted her profile but also reinforced ' tag division strength amid ongoing feuds with rival heels. Her tenure featured notable individual spotlights, such as the 2020 Cinderella Tournament, where she delivered a competitive first-round performance against , exchanging stiff strikes and near-falls before a time-limit elimination underscored her potential in singles competition. Internal dynamics within occasionally tested alliances, as Kid's assertive style led to subtle tensions during multi-member matches, yet she consistently prioritized the stable's babyface agenda. This phase built her independence, allowing contributions to ' overarching dominance while foreshadowing her solo ambitions through increasingly prominent showcases.

Oedo Tai (2021–2024)

On June 12, 2021, at Stardom's Tokyo Dream Cinderella event, Starlight Kid was forced to join after she and her teammates—, , Hanan, and Rin Kadokura—lost a 10-woman tag team match to members , , Fukigen Death, Ruaka, and in a "loser forced unit transfer" stipulation bout. This betrayal marked a pivotal turn for Kid, transitioning her from a high-flying babyface in to a villainous role under Tora's leadership in the aggressive . Initially reluctant, Kid soon embraced the faction's darker , adopting edgier promos that emphasized rebellion and dominance, while her attire to incorporate black and purple colors aligned with 's aesthetic, evoking a "Black Tiger" motif in her mask and gear for a more menacing presentation. During her Oedo Tai tenure, Kid played a central role in the stable's faction warfare, particularly against units like and , using psychological tactics to destabilize opponents. In late , following Tora's ACL injury at Yokohama Dream Cinderella in Summer, Kid stepped up with leadership teases, spearheading recruitment efforts that included targeting and feuding with , ultimately leading to Watanabe's defection from to Oedo Tai after a series of attacks and mind games. She also contributed to multi-woman clashes, such as Oedo Tai's victories over teams in tag and trios matches throughout 2022 and 2023, including a notable win on May 7, 2022, where Kid teamed with , , and Ruaka to defeat , MIRAI, Ami Sourei, and . Internal tensions simmered as Kid's growing prominence occasionally clashed with Tora's authority upon her return, though the stable maintained cohesion through shared aggressive storylines. Kid's in-ring success peaked with her High Speed Championship reign, capturing the title on August 29, 2021, by defeating at a event, holding it for 178 days while defending it in high-speed singles bouts that highlighted her aerial prowess as a . She lost the belt to her longtime rival AZM on February 23, 2022, at Cinderella Journey in a critically acclaimed match praised for its intensity and athleticism. Kid also participated in multi-person defenses and wars, such as Oedo Tai's successful stands in elimination tags at major shows, reinforcing the faction's dominance amid ongoing rivalries. By early 2024, fractures within led to Kid's departure. On April 27, 2024, at All-Star Grand Queendom, following a Goddesses of Stardom Championship four-way tag match where and retained against 's Ruaka and Kid (among other teams), her stablemates turned on her, blaming Kid for the loss and banishing her from the group in a post-match assault. This ousting, stemming from mounting creative tensions, paved the way for Kid's transition to independent status and the formation of Neo Genesis.

Neo Genesis (2024–present)

In mid-2024, following her contentious exit from , Starlight Kid assembled a new named Neo Genesis, enlisting fellow young talents including AZM, , and to embody a fresh, innovative approach against Stardom's more established veteran factions. The group debuted officially on July 28, 2024, at the World Rendezvous event, positioning itself as a dynamic force emphasizing speed, teamwork, and the next generation's potential in the promotion. Under Starlight Kid's leadership, Neo Genesis quickly integrated into major storylines, representing youthful rebellion and high-energy performances in multi-woman tags and tournaments. Starlight Kid's tenure as Neo Genesis leader gained significant momentum with her capture of the on December 29, 2024, at Dream Queendom, where she defeated defending champion in a hard-fought 20-minute bout to claim the title for the first time in her career. Her inaugural reign, lasting 309 days across six successful defenses, highlighted high-stakes encounters that elevated the faction's profile, including a pivotal retention against AZM on April 27, 2025, at All Star Grand Queendom, which officially affirmed her role as the unit's commander. These defenses often showcased Neo Genesis' collaborative style, blending aerial maneuvers and technical prowess to counter challengers from rival groups. The reign concluded dramatically on November 3, 2025, at Crimson Nightmare, when dethroned Starlight Kid via referee stoppage after applying the Final Lancer, marking 's first singles championship and ending one of Stardom's most enduring midcard title runs. Amid these title pursuits, Starlight Kid marked a personal milestone with her 10th anniversary event on October 20, 2025, at FACE, featuring a six-person main event, a special rumble incorporating alumni like and Hiroyo Matsumoto, and appearances by guest AEW wrestler to celebrate her legacy. Earlier that year, she competed in the 2025 5 Star Grand Prix's Blue Block, securing three wins, two losses, and two draws for 8 points, further demonstrating Neo Genesis' competitive edge in Stardom's premier . She also won the on February 2, 2025, with partners from Neo Genesis, before losing it on September 10, 2025.

New Japan Pro-Wrestling (2022–present)

Starlight Kid made her (NJPW) debut on January 5, 2022, during Night 2 of at the , where she teamed with in a match against Saya Kamitani and , ultimately losing by pinfall after 9:14. This appearance marked an early crossover between NJPW and , highlighting Starlight Kid's role in inter-promotional showcases as part of NJPW's growing integration of women's wrestling. Following her debut, Starlight Kid continued to feature in select NJPW events, primarily through collaborative tapings and special attractions that blended talent with NJPW's Strong Style ethos. On April 14, 2024, at Wrestling World 2024 in , she secured a singles victory over HANAKO via pinfall, demonstrating her high-flying agility in an international setting. Later that year, on June 10, 2024, during Despe Invitacional, she partnered with to defeat El Desperado and Mima Shimoda by submission, showcasing mixed-tag dynamics that bridged junior heavyweight and styles. These bouts emphasized her versatility in tag formats against NJPW's established roster, contributing to crossover appeal without a full-time NJPW commitment. In late 2024 and into 2025, Starlight Kid's NJPW involvement expanded amid the promotion's push for women's division growth, including joint series events. On November 17, 2024, at II in , she teamed with El Desperado in the main event against and Maika, losing by pinfall after Maika's Michinoku Driver at 18:32, in a match praised for its intense grappling exchanges. She returned on May 4, 2025, at Wrestling Dontaku Night 2, where her team with AZM and fell to Hazuki, , and Maika in a six-woman tag via pinfall after 9:15. A in March 2025 sidelined her briefly, causing her withdrawal from planned appearances like the , but she reemerged for the October 5, 2025, in , , teaming with as Neo Genesis in a tag match that supported NJPW's international outreach. These sporadic yet high-profile outings have elevated her global visibility while allowing her to maintain a primary focus on .

In wrestling

Wrestling style

Starlight Kid is classified as an high-flyer in , leveraging her smaller stature to execute a dynamic blend of aerial maneuvers, rapid strikes, and technical submissions that keep opponents off-balance. Her approach emphasizes speed and innovation, earning her the nickname "Genius Girl" for her creative in-ring spots that often surprise and captivate audiences. Deeply influenced by traditions, Starlight Kid maintains a full-time masked —the first in —drawing from Mexican enmascarado heritage to infuse her matches with high-flying flair and dramatic flair. She seamlessly blends these elements with the fast-paced, endurance-driven style of joshi puroresu, adapting fluidly between acrobatic dives and precise holds to control match tempo. Throughout her career, Starlight Kid's style has evolved to reflect her faction affiliations and growth as a performer. In her early years from 2015 to 2018, she prioritized blistering speed and agility to establish herself as a rising talent. During her time in from 2018 to 2021, she honed synergy, using quick transitions and cooperative high spots to complement partners like . Her stint in from 2021 to 2024 shifted toward aggressive brawling, incorporating psychological tactics and occasional power elements like piledrivers while retaining her core agility. As leader of Neo Genesis since 2024, she has demonstrated versatile leadership, balancing offensive innovation with strategic adaptability in multi-woman dynamics. Known for exceptional stamina, Starlight Kid excels in extended bouts, sustaining high-energy performances over 30 minutes or more without diminishing her output. Against heavier opponents, she predominantly relies on evasion and aerial counters rather than direct power confrontations, using her quickness to target vulnerabilities and avoid strength-based exchanges.

Signature and finishing moves

As a high-flying luchadora, Starlight Kid employs a emphasizing aerial and quick transitions, with her finishing moves often culminating high-risk dives or impactful slams. Her primary finisher, the Black Tiger Driver—a kneeling cradle tombstone piledriver—debuted during her tenure in 2021, symbolizing her evolution and used to secure key victories in faction warfare. She has also utilized the Eternal Foe, a side slam, as an alternative finisher to target opponents' midsections in technical exchanges. Among her signature maneuvers, Starlight Kid frequently deploys the 619, a that wraps her legs around the opponent's head before swinging back into the ropes for momentum, setting up follow-up strikes. The Shiranui, a victory roll transitioned into a swinging , allows her to counter roll-up attempts with a fluid reversal for near-falls. Other staples include the standing moonsault, a handspring flip from a grounded position onto a prone foe; a leg hook swinging (Sliced Bread #2), where she hooks the leg before spinning into the impact; and variations of the frog splash, such as the twisting frog splash, adapted for dives from mid-rope or top positions to vary her offensive rhythm. In contexts, particularly during her partnership with AZM in the Bloody Fate duo, Starlight Kid incorporates assisted hurricanranas, where AZM launches her for a headscissors takedown on an opponent, enhancing their high-speed synergy in multi-woman matches. Her entrance themes have evolved alongside her career factions, starting with "Future Star ☆" during her affiliation to evoke her prodigy status, shifting to the more aggressive "Decided" upon joining in 2021 for a darker ambiance, and later adapting to Neo Genesis motifs emphasizing resilience.

Championships and accomplishments

Major championships

Starlight Kid's major championship pursuits in have centered on key singles and tag titles that highlight her agility, technical prowess, and evolution across factions. Her inaugural major title victory established her as a cornerstone of Stardom's junior division, while subsequent reigns underscored her adaptability in both solo and team capacities within the promotion's competitive hierarchy, where midcard belts like the Wonder of Stardom serve as proving grounds for world title contention. As the inaugural Future of Stardom Champion, Starlight Kid won the title on March 28, 2018, by defeating Shiki Shibusawa in the finals of a , marking the belt's debut as Stardom's premier junior singles championship for wrestlers under 20 or with limited experience. She held the title for 281 days until losing it to on January 3, 2019, during the New Year Stars event, during which she made five successful defenses against challengers including Hina and Saya Iida. This reign, one of the longest in the title's early history, solidified her status as a top young talent and contributed to the division's growth, though it was later surpassed in length by Rina's 512-day run. Starlight Kid is a two-time Artist of Stardom Champion, holding the trios title as part of for the 27th reign from June 15, 2022, to an unspecified end date in 2022, partnering with faction members during her heel phase. Her second reign came as the 34th champions with Neo Genesis teammates AZM and , winning the titles on February 2, 2025, by defeating (Natsupoi, , and ), and holding them for 220 days until losing them on September 10, 2025, to H.A.T.E. (Fukigen Death, , and Rina). This reign featured defenses that showcased the stable's unity and high-flying synergy. In the tag division, Starlight Kid captured the Goddess of Stardom Championship once as part of the Black Desire team with on March 26, 2022, at the first night of World Climax, defeating Hazuki and to claim the midcard tag belts during her affiliation with the stable. The reign lasted 40 days, ending on May 5, 2022, when they dropped the titles back to Hazuki and , with the duo recording one defense in that span. This brief but impactful hold emphasized her versatility in partnering with established stars to elevate the tag scene's emphasis on chemistry and high-flying exchanges. As inaugural New Blood Tag Team Champions, Starlight Kid and KARMA (of Bloody Fate) won the titles on March 26, 2023, at a New Blood event, defeating teams including Chanyota & and MIRAI & in a tournament final to establish the belts for up-and-coming talent. Their reign lasted approximately 187 days, ending on September 29, 2023, when they lost to wing*gori, with several defenses highlighting junior-style action. This victory marked an early milestone in 's developmental tag division. Transitioning to the High Speed Championship, Starlight Kid secured the 21st reign on August 29, 2021, by defeating at a event, aligning with her high-velocity wrestling style suited to the belt's focus on fast-paced, aerial contests. Her 178-day reign, which concluded on February 23, 2022, at Cinderella Journey when she lost to AZM in a critically acclaimed match rated highly by observers, included five defenses and occurred amid her integration into the faction, adding a layer of dynamics to her speedy persona. This period highlighted the title's role in 's undercard as a showcase for technical innovation, with Starlight Kid's defenses often featuring innovative spots that influenced subsequent high-speed bouts. Outside Stardom, Starlight Kid won the Spark Joshi World Championship on April 7, 2024, defeating Sumie Sakai at SPARK Joshi's Trailblaze event in Paulsboro, New Jersey, becoming the fourth champion in the title's history. She held the title for 254 days, making defenses including against Momoka Hanazono, before vacating it on December 17, 2024, to focus on her Stardom commitments, particularly her pursuit of the Wonder of Stardom Championship. This international reign expanded her profile in the global joshi scene. Starlight Kid achieved her first Wonder of Stardom Championship reign as the 24th champion on December 29, 2024, defeating at Dream Queendom to claim the promotion's premier midcard singles title, positioned just below the World of Stardom crown. She defended the belt six times against notable challengers including Rina, , and , culminating in a 309-day run that ended on November 3, 2025, at Crimson Nightmare when dethroned her in a hard-fought contest marred by Starlight Kid's subsequent arm injury. This reign, her most prominent to date, elevated her profile within Neo Genesis and demonstrated her growth into a main-event caliber performer capable of carrying extended storylines through defensive mastery and dramatic escalations.

Other accomplishments

Starlight Kid has participated in multiple editions of Stardom's Cinderella Tournament, including a notable appearance in the 2020 event where she competed in the first round. In recognition of her performances, Starlight Kid was ranked No. 9 in the 2022 Women's 150, highlighting her rising prominence in the global women's wrestling landscape. Additionally, her matches in 2025 earned an average rating of 9.34 on Cagematch as of November 2025, reflecting strong fan and critic acclaim for her ongoing career development. As a prominent faction leader, Starlight Kid founded and currently leads the Neo Genesis stable, which debuted on July 27, 2024, alongside members AZM, , and , emphasizing a new era of collaborative success in . Prior to this, she served as a key member of from 2021 to 2024, contributing to the group's dynamics and major storylines during her tenure. In 2025, she celebrated her 10th anniversary in with a dedicated produce show on October 20 at FACE, titled "Starlight Kid Debut 10th Anniversary ~ Ki-chan Family In Crisis!?," featuring special matches and guest appearances to honor her decade-long journey.

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