In her most recent livestream on YouTube, AEW star Hikaru Shida addressed several topics, including her current status with the company. Shida expressed her desire to return to AEW once her issues are resolved, as she is currently facing a visa problem. She has been away from AEW since November 2024 due to the renewal of her visa.
This is what Shida said, “I really hope to [return to AEW]. Visas are especially tough to get these days. AEW has so many wrestlers, and the lawyer has a lot to handle, so I understand it takes time. I hope I can go back to AEW soon. For now, I’m enjoying my time in Japan and recharging my energy to wrestle in the U.S. again. I’m really looking forward to my comeback. Please wait for me — and I’m so happy if you’re supporting me.”
There is no confirmed timeline for Shida's return to AEW, but she has remained active in the Japanese pro wrestling scene during her absence.
