Kochi Race 9 - Race 9 - 1400
BONJOUR ZEN (5) Resuming after a spell. Honest race when 2nd last start here. Should race on the speed. Has the ability to figure. MEISHO KAZUSA (11) Moderate showing when 6th last run around here. Taichi Nagamori is a key engagement. Worth a ticket. TOP AMERICAN (2) Finished 6th last start at this track. Likely to bounce back and can find a nice position from the draw. Among better hopes. MEISHO HAMAGIKU (8) Below expectations when 10th last run here. Likely to be well placed early. Can go on with it.

Jockey: Junya Ishimoto
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Worked from well back when seventh to Bratty Kid at this track last start, beaten seven lengths at big odds, and there was no obvious excuse in the run. His start prior had more merit, closing strongly for fourth behind La La Marcherdroit over 1600m after being closer in the market. The record at around 1400m is sound enough for a place case, though he must find sharper early purpose to trouble the main chances.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 22/09/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $16,877.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Junya Ishimoto | 57kg | 1:32.80 | 4-5-7 | 6 |
| 7.1L | $32.00 |
| 4/8 | 06/09/2026 | 36 | C1 3U | $23,617.00 | Kochi | 1600m | M | Eita Inoue | 57kg | 1:46.70 | 8-6-4 | 5 |
| 7.0L | $4.90 |
| 3/12 | 01/08/2026 | 34 | COND 3U | $23,617.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:25.00 | 10-5-3 | 6 |
| 4.3L | $17.60 |
| 2/10 | 28/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Yoshiki Yamada | 57kg | 1:46.70 | 9-2-2 | 8 |
| 0.3L | $15.70 |
| 6/8 | 14/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $33,275.00 | Kochi | 1400m | M | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:31.20 | 7-6-6 | 5 |
| 4.0L | $11.50 |
| 3/9 | 31/05/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Good | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:46.20 | 4-4-3 | 9 |
| 2.5L | $4.40 |

Jockey: Takuya Okamura
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Had a below-par result when sixth to Mozu Rickey at this track last start, beaten nine lengths after failing to finish off, so a rebound is required. The run prior is the key: he beat Sunrise Rapport by two and a half lengths at this venue and did it with authority from near the top of betting. With three wins in the past 12 months and a solid jockey record, he remains a strong winning hope.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/12 | 22/09/2026 | 17 | C1 3U | $33,754.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Naoki Kimura | 57kg | 1:32.50 | 2-5-6 | 11 |
| 9.0L | $9.00 |
| 1/9 | 05/09/2026 | 42 | C1 3U | $16,869.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:46.20 | 1-2-1 | 8 |
| 2.5L | $2.30 |
| 3/12 | 25/07/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $16,995.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:25.30 | 4-7-3 | 8 |
| 2.5L | $2.60 |
| 3/12 | 12/07/2026 | 15 | C1 3U | $33,989.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:30.00 | 5-6-3 | 6 |
| 3.0L | $31.20 |
| 1/8 | 27/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:44.90 | 4-2-1 | 4 |
| 1.0L | $4.90 |
| 6/10 | 13/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:32.90 | 5-6-6 | 3 |
| 6.5L | $5.20 |

Jockey: Shinji Hatanaka
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Has been safely held at his past two, finishing sixth to La La Marcherdroit over 1600m at this track when beaten over 14 lengths at long odds. Before that he was eighth behind Cosmo Luteus, again unwanted in the market and never likely. His track-and-distance record offers some encouragement, but recent form leaves him with too much ground to make up.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 06/09/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $23,617.00 | Kochi | 1600m | M | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:46.70 | 3-4-6 | 2 |
| 13.5L | $89.20 |
| 8/12 | 25/07/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $16,995.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:25.30 | 9-10-8 | 7 |
| 9.3L | $85.70 |
| 12/12 | 12/07/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $33,989.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Abe Mototsugu | 55kg | 1:30.00 | 7-11-12 | 2 |
| 18.5L | $37.50 |
| 3/10 | 28/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Abe Mototsugu | 55kg | 1:46.70 | 2-2-3 | 1 |
| 0.6L | $50.50 |
| 9/9 | 14/06/2026 | 28 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1400m | M | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:31.40 | 5-6-9 | 3 |
| 16.0L | $14.90 |
| 7/10 | 17/05/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,752.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:32.70 | 2-2-7 | 1 |
| 4.5L | $7.40 |

Jockey: Masayoshi Yamasaki
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished eighth to Mozu Rickey at this track last start, beaten over 11 lengths after settling a long way back, though she did work home fairly late. Her previous third behind Meisho Mikawa over 1600m was more competitive, passing a few at big odds to get into the placings. She has a habit of giving away starts, so a minor cheque looks the realistic aim.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/12 | 22/09/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $33,754.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 55kg | 1:32.50 | 11-8-8 | 6 |
| 10.8L | $119.40 |
| 3/10 | 06/09/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $16,869.00 | Kochi | 1600m | M | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 55kg | 1:46.60 | 9-4-3 | 7 |
| 4.5L | $26.90 |
| 7/12 | 25/07/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $16,995.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Ryotaro Oka | 55kg | 1:25.30 | 11-10-7 | 4 |
| 7.3L | $43.30 |
| 4/11 | 12/07/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,995.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Ryotaro Oka | 55kg | 1:30.80 | 10-8-4 | 7 |
| 3.5L | $19.30 |
| 4/11 | 28/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 55kg | 1:44.30 | 5-4-4 | 5 |
| 6.5L | $24.00 |
| 6/9 | 14/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1400m | M | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 55kg | 1:31.40 | 8-8-6 | 4 |
| 6.0L | $7.70 |

Jockey: Masashi Ueda
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-month break after closing last campaign with a strong second to Mikki Strike at this track, beaten half a length at generous odds. He had won his start prior by four lengths from Okehampton as a short-priced favourite, so the form is genuine. His overall 1400m record is excellent and he has enough class to run well fresh, though race fitness is the small unknown.
Last Starts 140 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/11 | 17/05/2026 | 53 | C1 3U | $33,504.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:32.40 | 4-7-2 | 3 |
| 0.5L | $11.60 |
| 1/10 | 25/03/2026 | 24 | C1 3U | $14,600.00 | Kochi | 1300m | R | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:21.80 | 2-1-1 | 6 |
| 4.0L | $1.20 |
| 1/9 | 01/03/2026 | 21 | C2 3U | $21,089.00 | Kochi | 1300m | M | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:23.80 | 1-1-1 | 6 |
| 2.0L | $1.70 |
| 3/11 | 08/02/2026 | 19 | C2 3U | $11,680.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:30.80 | 1-3-3 | 4 |
| 3.8L | $1.70 |
| 1/7 | 20/01/2026 | 22 | C3 3U | $13,754.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:31.70 | 2-1-1 | 5 |
| 5.0L | $1.70 |
| 2/10 | 29/12/2025 | 23 | C3 3U | $19,404.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:32.30 | 1-1-2 | 2 |
| 0.5L | $5.40 |

Jockey: Yuuta Gouma
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Improved sharply when second to Enjolras at this track last start, beaten a length at generous odds after working home evenly. That was a clear lift on his prior sixth behind Meisho Mikawa, where he gave away a big start and was never involved. He has placed often without winning over the past year, so the profile is more reliable for the multiples than as a bold win play.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 22/09/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $16,877.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:34.80 | 12-7-2 | 9 |
| 1.0L | $14.30 |
| 6/10 | 06/09/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $16,869.00 | Kochi | 1600m | M | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:46.60 | 10-7-6 | 8 |
| 13.2L | $125.80 |
| 10/12 | 25/07/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $16,995.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:25.30 | 6-7-10 | 1 |
| 9.7L | $414.40 |
| 9/11 | 12/07/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,995.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:30.80 | 10-10-9 | 9 |
| 9.8L | $120.50 |
| 6/10 | 28/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:46.70 | 10-6-6 | 9 |
| 5.1L | $74.20 |
| 3/12 | 14/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1400m | M | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:31.20 | 11-6-3 | 7 |
| 6.0L | $32.20 |

Jockey: Chikanao Shirono
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Was ninth to Mozu Rickey at this track last start, beaten over 11 lengths at big odds after being unable to make ground. Her third behind La La Marcherdroit two back was better on paper, but she was still beaten six and a half lengths and unwanted in betting. Proven at this track and distance, yet recent performances suggest she has to find several lengths.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/12 | 22/09/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $33,754.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Kondo Shogetsu | 54kg | 1:32.50 | 7-12-9 | 2 |
| 11.1L | $53.90 |
| 3/8 | 06/09/2026 | 36 | C1 3U | $23,617.00 | Kochi | 1600m | M | Masashi Ueda | 55kg | 1:46.70 | 4-5-3 | 7 |
| 6.5L | $37.40 |
| 10/12 | 01/08/2026 | 14 | B3 3U | $23,617.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Masashi Ueda | 55kg | 1:25.60 | 9-12-10 | 9 |
| 8.0L | $66.70 |
| 6/9 | 18/07/2026 | 14 | B3 3U | $23,792.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Fast | Masashi Ueda | 55kg | 1:47.00 | 7-6-6 | 3 |
| 12.5L | $37.90 |
| 8/10 | 04/07/2026 | 14 | B2 3U | $23,792.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Masashi Ueda | 55kg | 1:22.10 | 6-8-8 | 4 |
| 8.0L | $44.20 |
| 3/10 | 20/06/2026 | 14 | B3 3U | $23,292.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Masashi Ueda | 55kg | 1:30.30 | 6-7-3 | 9 |
| 7.5L | $27.90 |

Jockey: Naoki Kimura
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Back after four weeks, he presents as the horse with the most dependable recent form, finishing fourth to Meisho Mikawa after picking up well and not being beaten far. He had earlier run Cosmo Luteus to a length at this track and has built a strong record at this venue and distance. With four wins and seven places in the past 12 months, he has the right profile to take beating.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 06/09/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $16,869.00 | Kochi | 1600m | M | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:46.60 | 6-3-4 | 4 |
| 4.7L | $9.40 |
| 2/12 | 25/07/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $16,995.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Abe Mototsugu | 55kg | 1:25.30 | 2-3-2 | 9 |
| 1.0L | $6.60 |
| 2/12 | 12/07/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,995.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Abe Mototsugu | 55kg | 1:30.30 | 4-2-2 | 1 |
| 1.5L | $22.20 |
| 5/8 | 28/06/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Yoshiki Yamada | 57kg | 1:45.50 | 7-7-5 | 4 |
| 7.6L | $12.20 |
| 3/10 | 16/05/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $16,752.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:33.10 | 2-1-3 | 8 |
| 2.8L | $7.30 |
| 8/11 | 03/05/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $33,504.00 | Kochi | 1300m | R | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:20.40 | 10-6-8 | 11 |
| 12.7L | $10.50 |

Jockey: Naomi Hama
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished last behind Bratty Kid at this track last start, beaten over 14 lengths after making no impact from well back. His previous seventh to La La Marcherdroit was even more concerning, beaten over 20 lengths at long odds. Weight relief and a good track-and-distance record are positives on old form, but current performances leave him a long way from the required level.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 22/09/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $16,877.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Naoki Kimura | 57kg | 1:32.80 | 4-7-8 | 1 |
| 14.1L | $224.30 |
| 7/8 | 06/09/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $23,617.00 | Kochi | 1600m | M | Naoki Kimura | 57kg | 1:46.70 | 7-8-7 | 1 |
| 19.5L | $124.70 |
| 9/12 | 25/07/2026 | 55 | C1 3U | $16,995.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Naomi Hama | 55kg | 1:25.30 | 8-7-9 | 6 |
| 9.5L | $117.60 |
| 5/10 | 31/05/2026 | 28 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Good | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:46.20 | 9-9-5 | 7 |
| 6.5L | $26.90 |
| 10/10 | 03/05/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,752.00 | Kochi | 1300m | R | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:22.30 | 1-5-10 | 9 |
| 15.5L | $6.50 |
| 7/10 | 19/04/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $17,337.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:29.90 | 4-7-7 | 8 |
| 9.4L | $41.30 |

Jockey: Taichi Nagamori
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Led them up first-up but was swamped late when sixth to Bratty Kid at this track, beaten just over six lengths after being near the top of betting. His previous run before the break was also a fair sixth behind With Your Dream, so he is looking to sharpen second-up. The key positives are three wins from six at this track and distance and Taichi Nagamori staying aboard, which keep him high in calculations.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 22/09/2026 | 72 | C1 3U | $16,877.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:32.80 | 1-1-6 | 2 |
| 6.3L | $4.10 |
| 6/12 | 12/07/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $33,989.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Ryotaro Oka | 57kg | 1:30.00 | 4-6-6 | 12 |
| 5.2L | $2.30 |
| 3/11 | 28/06/2026 | 15 | COND 3U | $49,912.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:43.40 | 5-4-3 | 3 |
| 2.1L | $2.60 |
| 1/11 | 13/06/2026 | 28 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:31.20 | 4-1-1 | 11 |
| 2.5L | $2.40 |
| 4/9 | 16/05/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,752.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Fast | Ryotaro Oka | 57kg | 1:33.00 | 1-1-4 | 1 |
| 4.7L | $2.10 |
| 1/11 | 02/05/2026 | 14 | C2 3U | $13,402.00 | Kochi | 1400m | M | Ryotaro Oka | 57kg | 1:30.00 | 2-1-1 | 9 |
| 4.0L | $1.30 |

Jockey: Kaisei Shinjou
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from an eight-month break after a plain finish to last campaign at Ohi, where he was 12th behind Alles Gut at big odds and unable to make an impression from a long way back. His start prior was a 13th behind Shine Fort, again at long odds. A stable change is noted and his career record has substance, but he resumes with plenty to prove on recent exposed form.
Last Starts 263 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/14 | 14/01/2026 | 14 | B2 3U | $75,645.00 | Tokyo City Keiba | 1400m | Fast | Ryo Novata | 56kg | 1:26.50 | 8-10-12 | 6 |
| 8.8L | $236.60 |
| 13/16 | 31/12/2025 | 26 | B2 3U | $77,617.00 | Tokyo City Keiba | 1200m | Good | Koshi Yoshidome | 56kg | 1:13.30 | 5-7-13 | 13 |
| 5.2L | $216.20 |
| 9/13 | 05/12/2025 | 21 | B2 3U | $77,617.00 | Tokyo City Keiba | 1200m | Fast | Ryo Novata | 56kg | 1:12.90 | 12-11-9 | 3 |
| 8.3L | $120.90 |
| 8/16 | 14/11/2025 | 36 | B2 3U | $78,571.00 | Tokyo City Keiba | 1400m | Good | Sho Yoshii | 57kg | 1:27.10 | 3-3-8 | 12 |
| 7.2L | $153.90 |
| 6/10 | 09/10/2025 | 15 | B2 3U | $23,318.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Takashi Nakata | 57kg | 1:32.30 | 4-4-6 | 1 |
| 6.3L | $13.00 |
| 5/12 | 24/09/2025 | 21 | B2 3U | $37,465.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Takayuki Yano | 56kg | 1:30.30 | 7-6-5 | 2 |
| 2.7L | $42.10 |