MR MABO (3) resumes from a spell of 12 weeks. Looked close to a win before that break, finishing off with a minor placing. Launched last prep with a minor placing at Kokura over 1200m. Can make a winning return. PATRONUS (7) resumes from a spell of six-and-a-half months. Could only manage to finish fourth at the latest run over 1400m at Kyoto. Consistent gelding who should go well. DANON LUMIERE (1) is still a maiden after four runs. Was well in commission last time out but didn't live up to market expectations, finishing fifth over 1200m at Fukushima. Worth including in this suitable contest. NISHINO MARE (12) is an eight-start maiden who has been in the money four times. Did a fair job to finish fourth last time out when resuming over 1400m at Tokyo. Has been in the frame at both appearances at this venue. Must be respected.