Enson and James are back with an express edition of the podcast, covering a huge weekend in Japanese MMA. Enson opens up about Koichi’s pro debut loss in Deep, sharing behind-the-scenes details on the preparation, emotional aftermath, and what comes next for the young fighter.They also dive into the controversy surrounding Kaito’s ONE Championship debut, Chatri’s response, and how fighter responsibility and old-school values clash with modern promotion tactics.The conversation shifts to UFC’s recent dip in star power, how it compares to the storytelling in RIZIN, and the challenges of matchmaking in modern MMA. Enson also gives updates on team’s fighters, including a Thailand training trip and Sattari’s potential return.Fast-paced, insightful, and brutally honest—don’t miss this one!**Follow the Team** https://www.instagram.com/teamyamatodamashii/https://www.tiktok.com/@teamyamatodamashii?_t=ZN-8twCB4FxCli&_r=1**Get a signed copy of Enson’s second book The Undying Spirit**http://www.destinyforever.com/**The Undying Spirit is also available on Amazon**US - https://a.co/d/dTuySUW Japan - https://amzn.asia/d/fGzHNCK UK - https://amzn.asia/d/fGzHNCK **New stock available for YAMATODAMASHII Fight Gear**https://yamatodamashiifightgear.com/ **Support the Enson Inoue Foundation**http://www.ensoninouefoundation.org/ **The Tamashii Collection Available Now**https://www.ctrlindustries.com/**YAMATODAMASHII PODCAST is now available as an Audio Podcast**https://open.spotify.com/show/0i1f7IN0oVNnGxvogMlYD2?si=7578b2f29a43460a https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yamatodamashii-podcast/id1659221500 **Check out the latest PUREBRED goods**http://www.pbg.jp/**Grab a Sera Bag while stock is still available**https://www.seradesu.com/ **Enson’s Japanese YouTube Channel**https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Slbc0vGqIZTGVoeQ2op9A **Enson’s first book is also available on Amazon**US - https://amzn.to/3zVX1xP Japan - https://amzn.to/3xbMblP UK - https://amzn.to/3iiv39Q **Intro/Outro Songs by KAN aka GAMI**https://open.spotify.com/track/5f6W67uc1Fx0QLP0VPehI8?si=3f8d581144d44288 **Get a custom-made bracelet from Enson and Sarah**http://www.destinyforever.com/ **SCRAMBLE X SUSUMU NAGAO LEGENDS SERIES T-SHIRT**https://scramblestuff.com/ **Feedspot link to Hawaii Top Sports Podcasts**https://podcasts.feedspot.com/hawaii_sports_podcasts/?feedid=5725566 Follow Enson @https://twitter.com/ensoninoue https://www.instagram.com/ensoninoue https://www.cameo.com/enson Follow James @https://twitter.com/Ozeki_Jim https://www.instagram.com/jamesmain08/ Timestamps00:00 - Intro02:26 - How was Koichi's preparation04:45 - Illegal knee in the fight06:16 - Koichi's reaction to the loss09:20 - Enson's thoughts as his coach10:56 - Future plans for Koichi12:33 - Team support for Koichi13:30 - Ayaka Hamasaki14:18 - Rodtang/Takeru15:34 - Kaito pulling out of fight21:27 - Is Enson still watching UFC26:10 - RIZIN and their storylines29:15 - Sattari RIZIN negotiations 32:00 - Changes with upcoming fighter schedule