TAKON SHOP: Global Expansion & 2026 Plans

El Desperado Announces global Online Meet & Greet with Autographed Merchandise

A global online meet & greet event featuring El Desperado is scheduled for February 15, 2026, offering fans a unique possibility to interact with the popular wrestler and receive autographed merchandise. The event, coupled with a pre-order opportunity for signed items, aims to connect with fans worldwide.

Connecting with Fans Worldwide

El Desperado will host a special global online meet & greet, promising an engaging experience for fans across the globe. To participate, fans can purchase one or more eligible items from TOKON SHOP Global. A key feature of the event is the ability to submit a message or question for El Desperado during the checkout process.

According to a company release, signed items will be randomly assigned, and may differ from the item showcased during the live stream. One lucky participant will also receive a special, undisclosed gift.

Did you know? – El Desperado is known for his aggressive in-ring style and is a prominent member of Suzuki-gun,a faction within New japan Pro-Wrestling. HeS a former IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion.

Event Details and Broadcast Details

The online meet & greet will be broadcast live on the NJPW English Channel on YouTube Live. The event is scheduled for February 15,2026,at 6:00 PM Pacific Time,and February 16,2026,at 11:00 AM Japan Standard Time.

A live stream link will be made available soon.

Pro tip – Fans interested in submitting questions should prepare them in advance to ensure a smooth checkout process. The more concise the question,the better chance it has of being addressed.

Pre-order and Shipping Information

The pre-order period for autographed merchandise will remain open until the end of the live event. all pre-ordered items are expected to ship after March 2026.

The products are being imported from Japan, and shipping costs from Japan to the LA Dojo will be covered by the vendor.From the LA Dojo,items will then be shipped to individual purchasers. One analyst noted that due to international shipping complexities, delivery times may vary.

Customers are advised that all items in an order, including pre-ordered merchandise, will ship together.Those wishing to receive regular items sooner are encouraged to place separate orders.A senior official stated that due to the nature of pre-orders,cancellations or changes to orders will not be accepted after purchase.

Furthermore, potential buyers should be aware that the sale may end if items become out of stock during the pre-order period, encouraging prompt purchases. Shipping dates may be subject to change based on unforeseen circumstances, and inquiries regarding specific shipping dates will not be addressed.

Why: New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) is hosting a global online meet & greet with wrestler El Desperado to connect with fans internationally and offer autographed merchandise.

Who: the event features El Desperado, a popular wrestler known for his aggressive style and membership in Suzuki-gun. It is organized by NJPW and facilitated through TOKON SHOP Global. Fans worldwide are the intended audience.

What: The event is a live online meet & greet where fans can submit questions and messages for El Desperado. It also includes a pre-order opportunity for autographed merchandise, with one participant receiving a surprise gift.

how did it end?: The event itself will conclude after the live broadcast on February 15, 2026 (Pacific time). The pre-order period will close at the end of the live event.While the event concludes with the broadcast, the fulfillment process – shipping of autographed merchandise – will continue after March 20