 Shanao then changed his name to , openly showing his identity, and changed his outfit to a samurai-like attire in purple, red and golden.Yoshitsune had his first match teaming up with Shinzaki, who came dressed as Saitō Musashibō Benkei, defeating Rasse and Garuda with his new Shura finishing maneuver.The next year, Yoshitsune's fame allowed him a title match for the Tohoku Junior Heavyweight Championship against Taka Michinoku, falling short in his challenge.