Sota Fujii defeats Takuya Nagase in a match where 'losing would mean loss of title'
Sota Fujii has secured a victory against Takuya Nagase in a crucial match that could have cost him his title.
Takuya Nagase Wins Against Sota Fujii in the Eiou Tournament; Will Prepare for the Oushou Tournament Starting on the 8th
Takuya Nagase defeated reigning champion Sota Fujii in the semifinals of the Eiou Tournament, progressing towards the challenger decision match.
Tetsuro Itodani Eight-Dan Wins Challenge Rights Against Sota Fujii
Tetsuro Itodani secures the right to challenge reigning champion Sota Fujii by defeating Takuya Nagase in a playoff.
Meijin Challenger Battle: 8th Dan Tetsuro Itodani and 9th Dan Takuya Nagase Clash in Intense Match
The playoff for the 84th Meijin title between 9th Dan Takuya Nagase and 8th Dan Tetsuro Itodani takes place in Tokyo, with the winner earning the right to challenge reigning Meijin Sota Fujii.