ECORO GAIA (4) returns from a layoff of four-and-a-half months. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last prep over 1200m at Nakayama Dirt. Sure to make his presence felt. KAZU GORTYS (9) is having his first run since January 18. Has a strong record when fresh with two wins from three runs, the most recent over 1400m at Chukyo Dirt at the start of last prep. Expect him to pose a serious challenge. LOVE COMEDY (3) was out of the money when resuming two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1400m at Kyoto Dirt, beaten 9 lengths into 12th after being in contention on the corner. Finds a nice race and can play a significant role. MUUMUU (5) turned in a nice effort to score two runs ago but couldn't follow that up last time out when 11th over 1200m at Nakayama Dirt, beaten 9 lengths. Likely improver with top-three prospects.