Akira Hokuto

Akira Hokuto's journey to becoming one of Japan's most feared female wrestlers was forged in the fire of determination and a refusal to back down from anyone. Born Hisako Uno Sasaki in 1967, Hokuto would later adopt the ring name that would strike fear into the hearts of her opponents: Akira Hokuto.

Growing up in Kitakatsushika, Japan, Hokuto was always drawn to athletics. She dabbled in track and field as well as softball, but it wasn't until she stumbled upon professional wrestling that she found her true calling. Trained by the legendary Reina Jubuki, Hokuto's early days were marked by brutal training sessions and a never-say-die attitude.

As Akira Hokuto, she began to make a name for herself on the Japanese indie circuit. Her technical grappling style, honed through countless hours of training, earned her a reputation as a force to be reckoned with. But it was her intense matches and refusal to back down from anyone that earned her the nickname "Dangerous Queen."

Hokuto's ascent up the ranks was nothing short of meteoric. She conquered opponent after opponent, leaving a trail of broken bodies in her wake. Her arsenal of moves included the devastating Danger Queen Bomb, Northern Light Bomb, German Suplex, and Spin Kick – each one designed to leave her foes reeling.

Though she retired from active competition on April 7th, 2002, Akira Hokuto's legacy continues to inspire a new generation of female wrestlers. Her impact on the sport is immeasurable, and her name remains synonymous with toughness and unyielding determination. The Queen of Pain may have hung up her boots, but her spirit will forever reign supreme in the world of professional wrestling.

• Born: 1967
• Real Name: Hisako Uno Sasaki
• Ring Names: Hisako Uno, Reina Jubuki, Akira Hokuto
• Weight: 139 lbs
• Height: 5 ft 7 in
• Retire Date: April 7th, 2002
• Weight Class: N/A
• Signature Moves: Danger Queen Bomb, Northern Light Bomb, German Suplex, Spin Kick
• Nicknames: "Dangerous Queen"