Mercedes Mone doesn't appear to be leaving Japan anytime soon.
On her latest Instagram stories, Mercedes Mone captioned a photo with "Definitely moving full time to Japan." Another photo shows a Japanese language school with the caption "time to learn."
Mone is currently in Japan as she is set to defend her IWGP Women's Championship against Mayu Iwatani on April 21 at STARDOM All Star Grand Queendom.
Mercedes Monè says she's moving to Japan full time and also planning to learn the Japanese language.
— Drainmaker --️ -- (@DrainBamager) April 18, 2023
Yeah, she ain't going anywhere. pic.twitter.com/To9ikdbCVe
According to Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer, Mercedes is negotiating an extension with NJPW as the final bout on her current contract is reportedly the match with Iwatani.
Fightful will continue to update fans on Mercedes' status with NJPW and STARDOM when more is known.
Fans can find highlights from Mercedes' first STARDOM appearance by clicking here.
