Imoto Volcano prepares for Shoot Boxing rematch at Korakuen Hall

Imoto Volcano, the number one ranked SB Japan super lightweight, is preparing for a rematch at Shoot Boxing 2026 act. 4 at Korakuen Hall on August 22, 2026. Following a recent title loss to Hiroki Kasahara, Imoto aims to reclaim his position and pursue a two-division championship.

Imoto will face Yuki Takahashi in an open-finger glove match. Imoto expressed a preference for the open-finger format, stating that the style of combat is more engaging for both fighters and spectators. He described Takahashi as a strong opponent with no visible openings in the early, middle, or late stages of a fight.