AMARELO FLAVOR (6) was far from disgraced to finish a neck away in second last start over 1500m at this track. That followed a first-up win at this track. Yet to miss the placings from seven starts at this circuit. The engagement of Wada Joji is a positive move. Has the class to return to the winner's list. LIVE MUSTARD (1) went to the paddock after scoring at his only appearance last prep 12 weeks ago over 1600m at Mizusawa. Under the care of new trainer Shinsuke Kudo this prep. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Leading contender. PLATINA BAND (10) finished 4 lengths away in sixth last time out over 1200m at Funabashi two weeks ago. Steps up in journey today. Can play a big role. VIP RYAN (4) was ridden quietly from a good draw last start before closing nicely to get up for fourth over 1500m at Funabashi. Must be included.