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*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.11 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380507 Archive: https://web.archive.org/web/20260314061931/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380507 Tokyo Sport Yuzuru Hanyu – The mission of connecting lives on 3.11 People like us are said to be “non-essential and non-urgent,” but… [Exclusive Interview – First Part] By Sota Nakanishi More than 16,000 lives were lost, and about 2,500 people are still missing. Professional skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), who achieved two consecutive Olympic victories in men’s figure skating, was affected by the disaster while at Tohoku High School as a first-year student, at Ice Rink Sendai, and he also experienced living in evacuation shelters. The skater who continued running as a symbol of reconstruction, what does he think now, 15 years later? In the first part of this newspaper’s two-part exclusive interview, we approach his vow as a “messenger.”

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.19 Source: https://deepedgeplus.kyodonews.jp/feature/hanyu-3-11-interview/ Archive: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319053025/https://deepedgeplus.kyodonews.jp/feature/hanyu-3-11-interview/ DeepEdge Plus Yuzuru Hanyu’s thoughts on the 15th year since the Great East Japan Earthquake: “I will continue to convey it 5 years, 10 years into the future.” Fifteen years have passed since the occurrence of the Great East Japan Earthquake. On March 10, Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a two-time consecutive Winter Olympic champion in men’s figure skating, responded to a Kyodo News interview in his hometown of Sendai and spoke of his resolve: “It is necessary to keep preparing for disasters that may happen again at any time. As someone who experienced ‘3.11,’ I want to continue sending out messages 5 years from now and 10 years from now so that it can be connected to disaster-damage reduction.”

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.08 Source: https://www.ninomiyasports.com/archives/136654 Archived: "There's more after the performance ends" - Yuzuru Hanyu entrusts a Happy End to the audience ~notte stellata 2026~ The opening-day performance (audience: 6,500) of the ice show “Towa Pharmaceutical presents Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2026” was held on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena (Grandi 21) in Miyagi Prefecture. This ice show is structured in two parts, the first half and the second half, with an intermission in between. Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu, who serves as the lead performer, collaborated twice with the special guest, the Tohoku Youth Orchestra, once at the end of the first half and again toward the end of the second half. He delivered a grand performance combining skating and orchestra to the audience, as well as to viewers watching via live viewing and streaming. “notte stellata 2026” will also be held at the same arena on the 8th and 9th.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.08 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380118 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260308214557/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380118 [Figure Skating] Yuzuru Hanyu's feelings are the same: 15 years after the earthquake... A long-established department store in Sendai expresses its hope for recovery. 　"Yuzuru Hanyu note stellata," an event chaired by professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), who achieved two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, opened on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. The 11th marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, and Hanyu's desire for recovery is stronger than anyone else's. Fujisaki, a long-established department store in Sendai, has felt Hanyu's feelings firsthand. As a "comrade" with roots in Sendai, they are undertaking activities unique to a department store.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.08 Source: https://mainichi.jp/articles/20260308/k00/00m/050/060000c Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260308033340/https://mainichi.jp/articles/20260308/k00/00m/050/060000c <Explained in 1 minute> Yuzuru Hanyu performs a dance of "hope" in disaster-stricken Miyagi Prefecture 　Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a professional figure skater who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, is the director of "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2026," an ice show broadcasting from the areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, which is being held in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture. This time, we will explain "notte stellata 2026" so that you can read it in one minute. Source: https://www.daily.co.jp/en/general/2026/03/08/0020099598.shtml Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319081003/https://www.daily.co.jp/en/general/2026/03/08/0020099598.shtml Yuzuru Hanyu performs a dance of hope in the 15th year of reconstruction, performing with the Tohoku Youth Orchestra "with all his heart and skill" The ice show "Hanyu Yuzuru Notte Stellata," hosted by Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a professional skater from Sendai City who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, opened on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture. Source: https://the-ans.jp/news/650804/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319081134/https://the-ans.jp/news/650804/ “A glimpse in the background… a newly released latest shot of Yuzuru Hanyu — "Amazing!" Reactions pour in to the renowned choreographer. Yuzuru Hanyu, who achieved consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating at the 2014 Sochi and 2018 Pyeongchang Games, kicked off his ice show "notte stellata" on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture. His renowned choreographer updated his Instagram on the 8th, sharing the latest photos of Hanyu.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.08 Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2026/03/08/articles/20260307s00079000498000c.html Archived: “Yuzuru Hanyu restarts activities in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan — 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake: ‘So that we can feel an even greater sense of connection and bonds’” Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a native of Sendai City who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, appeared in the ice show "notte stellata" at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture on the 7th. This marked Hanyu's return to public activity after a break, his first appearance since July of last year. Source: https://deepedgeplus.kyodonews.jp/feature/notte-stelllata2026/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319074746/https://deepedgeplus.kyodonews.jp/feature/notte-stelllata2026/ Yuzuru Hanyu talks about the 15th anniversary of the earthquake, the thoughts he put into his programs, and his period of maintenance... [notte stellata 2026] Yuzuru Hanyu (31) , a native of Sendai City who won two consecutive Winter Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, appeared in an ice show on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. He expressed his feelings, saying, "Now that 15 years have passed, I want to make sure that we can feel the sense of unity and bonds even more strongly."

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.08 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260307-OHT1T51478.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319072958/https://hochi.news/articles/20260307-OHT1T51478.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu, walking together towards the future of Tohoku: "To create a sense of connection and bonds," captivated a sold-out audience of 6,500. 　The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu not stellata 2026," starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), opened on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. The 11th marked 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. Hanyu performed Ryuichi Sakamoto's "Yae no Sakura," a song expressing his hopes for recovery, accompanied by live music from the Tohoku Youth Orchestra, sending a message of hope and prayer from the disaster-stricken area. Hanyu returned to the ice after an eight-month hiatus following a maintenance period, performing two new routines in front of a sold-out audience of 6,500. Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260308-OHT1T51372.html?page=1 Archived: Yuzuru Hanyu: "So that I can push forward from behind." He gave another passionate performance on the second day of "notte stellata." The second day of the ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu note stellata 2026," which is led by professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), was held on the 8th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260308-OHT1T51386.html?page=1 Archived: "Yuzuru Hanyu looked so happy performing, so it was fun playing too." Performing with the Tohoku Youth Orchestra 　The second day of the ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu not stellata 2026," which is led by professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), was held on the 8th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. The 11th marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. In his opening remarks, Hanyu said, "Transcending language, borders, districts, and regions, even without speaking or holding hands, just as everyone has worked hard to rebuild, and continues to work hard now, we hope that through our performances, each and every one of us can become a star for you, delivering our performances so that you can feel the sense of unity and bond."

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.07 Source: https://the-ans.jp/news/649744/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319072341/https://the-ans.jp/news/649744/ “Latest shot shared across the figure skating world: For Yuzuru Hanyu… nine people gathered from around the world. ‘Super exciting!!!’” The ice show "Towa Pharmaceutical presents Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2026," starring Yuzuru Hanyu, a two-time Olympic figure skating champion and professional skater, will be held for three days starting on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. On the 6th, during the final rehearsal, a group photo of nine individuals gathered from around the world drew excited reactions from many fans. Source: https://www.huffingtonpost.jp/entry/story_jp_69ab8ebfe4b00d350bef5edf Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260308073751/https://www.huffingtonpost.jp/entry/story_jp_69ab8ebfe4b00d350bef5edf Yuzuru Hanyu’s photo in the same pose as his own poster draws huge reactions: “A lovely smile” → “It makes me blush” Hanyu is serving as the lead chairperson of the ice show “Towa Pharmaceutical presents Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2026.”

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.07 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380062 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260308043100/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380062 [Figure Skating] Yuzuru Hanyu expresses his feelings about 3/11...Performing in his hometown of Sendai: "There are moments when each of us feels alive..." 　The opening performance of "Yuzuru Hanyu not stellata," a show starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu, who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, was held on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture, captivating a sold-out audience. Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380072 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260308063521/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380072 [Figure Skating] Yuzuru Hanyu's thoughts behind his new program: "I wanted to express something about living strongly." 　Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), who achieved two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, revealed the intentions behind his new program, "Happy End." Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380077 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260308045202/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380077 [Figure Skating] Yuzuru Hanyu learns what he learned during his maintenance period: "How much I've been doing things my own way until now" What did professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), who achieved two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, learn during his "maintenance period"? Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380081 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260308105455/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380081 [Figure Skating] Yuzuru Hanyu: "I want to continue supporting them forever" It's almost 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake...　 Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a professional figure skater who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, spoke about his feelings towards the disaster-stricken areas.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.07 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/379952 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260308114051/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/379952 [Figure Skating] A junior skater talks about Yuzuru Hanyu's efforts in supporting the recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake: "His feelings were conveyed." The ice show “Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata,” led by professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a two-time Olympic champion in men’s figure skating, will be held from the 7th to the 9th at Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi. March 11 marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, in which Hanyu himself was also affected. Natsu Suzuki (fourth-year student at Kansai University), who trained in her childhood at Ice Rink Sendai where Hanyu grew up skating, responded to an interview with this newspaper, speaking about the “strength” that reconstruction support efforts gave to people in Tohoku. The strong desire to see his hometown recover had clearly reached his juniors as well. Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380018 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260308072559/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/380018 [Figure Skating] Yuzuru Hanyu's "notte stellata" was a huge success even outside the venue! 　"Yuzuru Hanyu note stellata," a show chaired by professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, opened on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture, and the excitement is also evident outside the venue.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.07 Source: https://www.sanspo.com/article/20260307-ZGGGO22YXZEZPEVHPECEW6VQJU/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319041444/https://www.sanspo.com/article/20260307-ZGGGO22YXZEZPEVHPECEW6VQJU/ Yuzuru Hanyu's ice show features the customary "coelacanth monaka queue." Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a native of Sendai City, who won consecutive gold medals in men's figure skating at the 2014 Sochi and 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, held an ice show called "notte stellata 2026" on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. In the venue's sub-arena, the "Wajima Morning Market" was set up as part of the recovery support for the Noto Peninsula earthquake that occurred in January 2024. In addition to Noto crafts and food, many famous sweets from Sendai were also sold. Among them, the longest line was drawn for the Sendai specialty sweet, "Coelacanth Monaka." This famous Sendai confection became a hot topic after Yuzuru Hanyu chose it as a gift for the "Fantasy on Ice 2023" ice show held in 2023. It is sold by the Western-style confectionery shop "Maison Coelacanth" in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, and on this day too, it drew a long line in the sub-arena. A sales booth was also set up inside Sendai Station, where long lines of people formed to buy the product. For "Hanyu fans," it reigns as a Sendai specialty confectionary that is even more valuable than "Hagi no Tsuki." 2026.03.07 Source: https://www.sanspo.com/article/20260307-O7KTEGX5MJBFPLNEP44GCOFADM/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319041548/https://www.sanspo.com/article/20260307-O7KTEGX5MJBFPLNEP44GCOFADM/ Samurai Japan is a secondary concern: Long lines for women's restrooms at Yuzuru Hanyu's ice show. Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a native of Sendai City, who won consecutive gold medals in men's figure skating at the 2014 Sochi and 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, held an ice show called "notte stellata 2026" on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. On this day, the Japanese national baseball team, "Samurai Japan," was playing against South Korea in their bid for a second consecutive World Baseball Classic (WBC) title. Tokyo Dome was packed to capacity, but Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture, was equally packed with female spectators. Long lines formed at every women's restroom before the show started and during the 40-minute intermission. Tickets for the ice show are completely sold out for all three scheduled performances. The immense popularity shows no signs of waning, as they even had to release additional seats with obstructed views. For Hanyu fans, the Samurai Japan team seems to be a secondary concern.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.07 Source: https://www.sanspo.com/article/20260307-PJWSZMTBXNCPDNREQPYGP4YW54/ Archived: Yuzuru Hanyu: "It's precisely because 15 years have passed..." Performing for the fourth consecutive year in Miyagi, a disaster-stricken area / Figure Skating Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a native of Sendai City, who won consecutive gold medals in men's figure skating at the 2014 Sochi and 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, held an ice show called "notte stellata 2026" on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. Source: https://www.sanspo.com/article/20260307-RI5UK4KMCFESXCI2BEEUDVOGSU/ Archived: Yuzuru Hanyu's "notte stellata 2026" setlist / Figure Skating Source: https://www.sanspo.com/article/20260307-XEPKLG2HNBC5ZOT746DROLZZZA/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319040619/https://www.sanspo.com/article/20260307-XEPKLG2HNBC5ZOT746DROLZZZA/ Yuzuru Hanyu: "Please be careful on your way home," "I'll do my best for the next two days." Showing concern for reporters despite his tired body after the ice show / Figure Skating Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a native of Sendai City, who won consecutive gold medals in men's figure skating at the 2014 Sochi and 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, held an ice show called "notte stellata 2026" on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. After the performance, Hanyu gave an interview. The complete Q&A is as follows. Source: https://www.sanspo.com/article/20260307-FVBLAW2GIBOUBH2ELG7EAYGXNE/ Archived: Yuzuru Hanyu captivates fans in his hometown of Miyagi on the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake: "I hope to feel an even stronger sense of community and connection" / Figure Skating Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a native of Sendai City, who won consecutive gold medals in men's figure skating at the 2014 Sochi and 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, held an ice show called "notte stellata 2026" on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.07 Source: https://deepedgeplus.kyodonews.jp/ice-show/167174/ Archived: Yuzuru Hanyu: "I hope to feel a stronger sense of community and connection" - Ice show in Miyagi 15 years after the earthquake　 Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a native of Sendai City who won two consecutive gold medals in men's figure skating at the Winter Olympics, appeared in an ice show held on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. He expressed his feelings, saying, "Now that 15 years have passed, I want to make sure that we can feel the sense of community and bonds even more strongly." 　The Tohoku Youth Orchestra, founded by the late musician Ryuichi Sakamoto with young people from the three affected prefectures (Miyagi, Iwate, and Fukushima), performed new pieces, "Happy End" and "Yae no Sakura." The elegant dance of remembrance set to beautiful melodies captivated approximately 6,500 spectators. 　During the disaster, seeing the starry sky on his way to an evacuation center at night evoked "strong feelings that cannot be expressed in words amidst despair," and he has held the event for four consecutive years, naming it "notte stellata," which means "starry night" in Italian. Disaster preparedness goods were sold at the venue, and Wajima Morning Market in Ishikawa Prefecture, which was damaged in the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake, also had a stall. Hanyu, who is also involved in disaster preparedness awareness, said, "As someone who experienced that time, I feel a mission to pass on what I have learned."

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.07 Source: https://mainichi.jp/articles/20260307/spp/sp0/004/413000c Archived: [Yuzuru Hanyu Speaks (1)] 15 Years Since the Earthquake: "I put my feelings and my technique into it properly" Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a native of Sendai City who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, appeared in the ice show "notte stellata" at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture on the 7th, coinciding with the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. This marked Hanyu's return to public appearances after a break, his first since July of last year. The following is a Q&A from after the opening performance. Source: https://mainichi.jp/articles/20260307/spp/sp0/004/423000c Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319033545/https://mainichi.jp/articles/20260307/spp/sp0/004/423000c [Yuzuru Hanyu Speaks (2)] Rediscovering how to use his body after a period of rest: "I realized how much I had been doing things my own way until now..." Source: https://mainichi.jp/articles/20260307/spp/sp0/004/426000c Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319033735/https://mainichi.jp/articles/20260307/spp/sp0/004/426000c [Yuzuru Hanyu Speaks (3)] "Yae no Sakura" is a sequel to "Ten to Chi to"... "It's like leaving memories behind" Source: https://mainichi.jp/articles/20260307/k00/00m/050/278000c Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319034419/https://mainichi.jp/articles/20260307/k00/00m/050/278000c Yuzuru Hanyu speaks about his thoughts on his new program 15 years after the Great East Japan Earthquake. Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, is the director of "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2026," an ice show broadcasting from the areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake. The show opened on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture. This is the fourth consecutive year the show has been held since 2023. Over three days until the 9th, the show will deliver "hope" from the disaster-stricken areas through its performances. The following is an exchange with Hanyu after the performance. [Hitoshi Kurazawa]

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.07 Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202603070001377.html Archived: Yuzuru Hanyu performs for the first time in eight months after taking a break: "I felt a sense of connection" - his stage show commemorating the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake opens. Yuzuru Hanyu (31), the two-time Winter Olympic gold medalist in men's figure skating and now in his fourth professional season, is the star of the ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu Notte Stellata 2026," which premiered on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena (Grandy 21) in Miyagi Prefecture. The show aims to send a message of "hope" from the areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, which will soon mark its 15th anniversary. After a period of maintenance and recharging, Hanyu performed in public for the first time since July of last year, offering prayers for recovery. Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202603070001543.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319032213/https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202603070001543.html Yuzuru Hanyu resumes activities after an eight-month recharge, unveiling two new programs: the Japanese-themed “Yae no Sakura” and a piece set to music by Ryuichi Sakamoto. Yuzuru Hanyu, the two-time Olympic champion in men’s figure skating and now in his fourth season as a professional at age 31, unveiled two new programs. Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202603070002107.html Archived: [Figure Skating] Yuzuru Hanyu, who was affected by the disaster at the age of 16 and is now 31, promises to "continue" his support to ensure the disaster is not forgotten. Yuzuru Hanyu (31), the only Asian figure skater to win two consecutive Olympic gold medals and now in his fourth season as a professional, has made his "comeback performance" after approximately eight months. His ice show, "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2026," in which he serves as the lead performer, premiered on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena (Grandy 21) in Miyagi Prefecture. He sent a message of hope from the area affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, which will mark its 15th anniversary in four days. Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202603070002110.html Archived: [Figure Skating] Yuzuru Hanyu performs for the first time since July of last year: "I was so nervous my hands and feet were shaking," he says, praying for the recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake. Yuzuru Hanyu (31), a two-time Olympic gold medalist in men's figure skating and now in his fourth season as a professional, is the star of the ice show "notte stellata," which premiered on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.07 Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2026/03/07/articles/20260307s00079000343000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319030304/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2026/03/07/articles/20260307s00079000343000c.html Yuzuru Hanyu performs a requiem dance: “So that we can feel the circle, and the bonds.” Restarting with two new programs. Yuzuru Hanyu, 31, a native of Sendai City and a two-time Olympic champion in men’s figure skating, appeared on the 7th in the ice show “notte stellata” held at Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture, marking 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. Following a period of rest, this was his return to public performance since last July. Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2026/03/07/articles/20260307s00079000419000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319030637/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2026/03/07/articles/20260307s00079000419000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu Speaks (1)] 15 Years Since the Earthquake: "I put my feelings and my technique into it properly" Yuzuru Hanyu (31) , a native of Sendai City who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, appeared in the ice show "notte stellata" at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu Town, Miyagi Prefecture on the 7th, coinciding with the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. This marked Hanyu's return to public appearances after a break, his first since July of last year. The following is a Q&A from after the opening performance. Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2026/03/07/articles/20260307s00079000429000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319030807/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2026/03/07/articles/20260307s00079000429000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu Speaks (2)] Rediscovering how to use his body after a period of rest: "I realized how much I had been doing things my own way until now..." Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2026/03/07/articles/20260307s00079000433000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260319031004/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2026/03/07/articles/20260307s00079000433000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu Speaks (3)] "Yae no Sakura" is a sequel to "Ten to Chi to"... "It's like leaving memories behind"

Absolutely gorgeous!

Spring greetings from the sweet little fairies!

YES indeed@Perelandra I also found a skater (I don't know who it is??) who recreated Yuzu's awesome Heaven and Earth : it's pretty good

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.07 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260306-OHT1T51451.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260318132150/https://hochi.news/articles/20260306-OHT1T51451.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu joins the Tohoku Youth Orchestra in a performance carrying on a legacy. ‘notte stellata’ opens on the 7th.” The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu note stellata 2026," starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), will be held for three days starting on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. A rehearsal simulating the actual performance was held at the venue on the 6th. Hanyu met with special guests, the Tohoku Youth Orchestra, and deepened their bond by performing their collaborative routine together on the ice for the first time. Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260307-OHT1T51364.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260318133025/https://hochi.news/articles/20260307-OHT1T51364.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu performed Ryuichi Sakamoto's "Yae no Sakura" in Tohoku, reflecting on the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake.　 　The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu note stellata 2026," starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), opened on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260307-OHT1T51461.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260318133613/https://hochi.news/articles/20260307-OHT1T51461.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu: "It's incredibly difficult" - Thoughts on his new program "Happy End" - Part 1 of Q&A The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2026," starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), opened on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. The 11th marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. Hanyu expressed his wish that "we can feel the 'circle' and 'bond' even more strongly." He performed four songs, including two new pieces, in his first collaboration with the Tohoku Youth Orchestra, for which Ryuichi Sakamoto served as music director. This is the first part of a Q&A session with Hanyu, who made his return after eight months in front of a sold-out audience of 6,500 people. Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260307-OHT1T51468.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260318134954/https://hochi.news/articles/20260307-OHT1T51468.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu: "Yae no Sakura" is a sequel to "Ten to Chi to" (Part 2 of Q&A) The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu not stellata 2026," starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), opened on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. The 11th marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. Hanyu expressed his hope that "we can feel the 'circle' and 'bond' even more strongly." He performed four songs, including two new routines, in his first collaboration with the Tohoku Youth Orchestra, for which Ryuichi Sakamoto served as music director. This is the second half of the Q&A session with Hanyu, who made his return after eight months in front of a sold-out audience of 6,500 people.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.06 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260305-OHT1T51402.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260318131240/https://hochi.news/articles/20260305-OHT1T51402.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu makes a long-awaited return after 8 months, restarting in his hometown Miyagi—‘notte stellata’ opens on the 7th. The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu not stellata 2026," starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), will be held for three days starting on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. On the 5th, Hanyu participated in a rehearsal at a skating rink in Miyagi Prefecture. After a maintenance period, this marks his first appearance since July of last year. He is restarting his activities with his fourth consecutive show in his hometown. From the disaster-stricken area, which will mark 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake in March 2011 on the 11th, he will once again send a message of hope. Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260306-OHT1T51446.html?page=1 Archived: Yuzuru Hanyu and the Tohoku Youth Orchestra share a sense of unity at "notte stellata," which opens on the 7th. The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu note stellata 2026," starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), will be held for three days starting on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. A rehearsal simulating the actual performance was held at the venue on the 6th. Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260306-OHT1T51448.html?page=1 Archived: Yuzuru Hanyu performs in Miyagi, blending music and emotion — ‘notte stellata’ opens on the 7th.” The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu note stellata 2026," starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), will be held for three days starting on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. A rehearsal simulating the actual performance was held at the venue on the 6th. This year's special guest, the Tohoku Youth Orchestra, performed a collaborative piece.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.03.05 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260305-OHT1T51292.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260318130445/https://hochi.news/articles/20260305-OHT1T51292.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu smiles with his teammates during rehearsal; "notte stellata" opens on the 7th. The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu note stellata 2026," starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), will be held for three days starting on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. Hanyu and other performers participated in a rehearsal at a skating rink in Miyagi Prefecture on the 5th. Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20260305-OHT1T51307.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260318130852/https://hochi.news/articles/20260305-OHT1T51307.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu makes his return after eight months, restarting his activities in his hometown of Miyagi. Rehearsals underway for ‘notte stellata,’ opening on the 7th.” The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu note stellata 2026," starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), will be held for three days starting on the 7th at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi Prefecture. Hanyu participated in a rehearsal at a skating rink in Miyagi Prefecture on the 5th.

Yuzu Sakura watch, post from Moriko san Many thanks for keeping Fanyus updated about the health of the YuzuSakura and the imminent appearance of sakura blossom