Episode 44: Memory Al-ter-ation

March 25, 2026

Whether it’s a local gymnasium or a massive arena, no matter the size of the venue, if I can recall just one specific feature or a single view, the rest of the memories come flooding back like pulling on a vine.

For example, take Aore Nagaoka, where the NJC finals were held recently. First and foremost, it’s close to the station. Actually, it’s directly connected. It's a very easy arena to watch matches in. I lost to Kenny there. I lost to Zack there... Hey, wait a minute!

I'm sure all of you have similar memories related to pro-wrestling. As for me, I hope those are "happy memories"... no, I want them to be happy. Actually, I believe they are.

Did you know that "memories" gradually change over the years? On top of that, we forget things bit by bit. Apparently, the deterioration and reconstruction of memory over time are caused by the way the brain works, and it changes significantly with age.

It’s true—even as I get older, the things that stick with me are the wonderful memories of being cheered on by fans all over the country. Thank you all so much! The reason I mostly have happy memories is probably due to that "memory reconstruction" I mentioned.

The fact that I don't really remember getting booed much... is that memory deterioration? Or could it be... "memory tampering"? No, I think that's a real thing. How should I put it? Let’s call it "memory overwriting."

In our lives moving forward, if we increase the proportion of fun and happy memories, then even if the painful or sad ones don't disappear entirely, their percentage within the total volume of our memories will decrease.

"Wait, how do I increase the ratio of 'happy and fun' memories from now on?" you ask? Well, let’s see.

Why don't you try going to a New Japan Pro-Wrestling show?