Isami Kodaka vs. Masa Takanashi (DDT, 1/31/2016)

DDT - Sweet Dreams! 2016  (1/31/2016)

KO-D Openweight Championship: Isami Kodaka vs. Masa Takanashi

Hmm, I didn't think much of this on rewatch. Korakuen rallies strongly behind Masa and that feels good as someone who is a big fan of him, but, save for some neat offense and counters, the match was nothing special.

***

HARASHIMA vs. Soma Takao (DDT, 11/30/2014)

DDT - God Bless DDT 2014 (10/30/2014)

KO-D Openweight Championship: HARASHIMA vs. Soma Takao

One of my favorite DDT matches ever and easily the best match of Soma's career. Very much doubt Soma tops this - EVER. The shift in tempo, when Soma reaches a breaking point and explodes into a flurry that leaves HARASHIMA bleeding from the head, was so well-timed and dramatic.

*****

Miyu Yamashita & Nodoka Tenma vs. Maki Ito & Hyper Misao (Tokyo Joshi Pro, 11/17/2018)

Tokyo Joshi Pro - 5th Anniversary Shinkiba Tour (11/17/2018)

Miyu Yamashita & Nodoka Tenma vs. Maki Ito & Hyper Misao

This was a great prelude to Miyu-Ito at Korakuen. Miyu demonstrates the power gap between her and Ito with a Satomura-esque beatdown. I also found Nodoka's performance to be quite enjoyable as well.

***1/2

Momo Watanabe & Utami Hayashishita vs. Queen's Quest (Bea Priestley & Chardonnay) (Stardom, 11/4/2018)

Stardom - Goddesses of Stardom 2018 (11/4/2018)

Goddesses Of Stardom Tag League 2018 - Finals: Momo Watanabe & Utami Hayashishita vs. Queen's Quest (Bea Priestley & Chardonnay)

Wasn't sure what to expect with Bea & Chardonnay in the finals, but this turned out to be a great match. The action was exciting and moved quickly with little down time and it wraps up nicely.

***1/2