Career
Midori eventually assumed leadership of the WKO Shinkyokushinkai to focus on improving knockdown Karate (Fighting Karate). He lost in the 4th World Tournament to British Michael Thompson. After the 4th World Tournament, Midori went on to claim his third All Japan Weight title and reached the final of the All Japan Tournament.
After Nishida resigned, he was succeeded by Keiji Sanpei, who was in turn succeeded by Yasuhiro Shichinoh and then eventually Kenji Midori.
Under Midoris leadership the organization formally changed its name to WKO Shinkyokushinkai in 2003. Today, Midori holds the position of Kancho (President) of the WKO Shinkyokushinkai.
4th Kyokushin Karate World Tournament 1987 – Last 16 (Lost to Michael Thompson)
22nd All Japan Tournament 1990 – 2nd place
17th All Japan Tournament 1985 – 5th place
Sursee Cup 1988 – 2nd place (Lost to Andy Hug).