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* Machine translation, inaccuracies may exist Source: https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404627445402697833 Chapter 6: Evolution

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* Machine translation, inaccuracies may exist Source: https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404612248684593454 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404973133647184369 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404975299229253776 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404978559692177428 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404980385753989209 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404985018647969816 Chapter 2: Challenges

* Machine translation, inaccuracies may exist Source: https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404609676884181059 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404955023003222524 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404957583558706410 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404960112778543251 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404962624235504504 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404965172929233092 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404967695459418457 https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404970950218350987 Chapter 1: Fighting Spirit Believe in the Light of Hope I think it is very difficult to find a ray of hope when you are inside a completely dark tunnel. But I believe that, just like the night sky on March 11th (2011), there are lights that can only be seen precisely because everything around us is so dark. The Secret to Handling Pressure When the desire to win triggers a surge of adrenaline and other stimulating chemicals in my body, it's as though a hidden drawer inside me suddenly opens. The Will to Be Strong Because people have expectations of me and think, "This is what Yuzuru Hanyu is like," I want to live up to those expectations and be strong. The Meaning of "Frustration" For me, frustration is nothing but an opportunity to gain something. The "Three Times" Rule Don’t just go with the flow of those around you. Do 1.2 times as much as others are doing. Or do twice as much. I'll do three times as much. Because if you do three times as much, you'll definitely get better. To the Two People I Respect I believe the most important way to show my respect through these programs (SP=Otoñal, FS=Origin) is, ultimately, to win. And not just to win, but to win with a clean performance. I believe that is the gift I can offer them: a way of expressing my respect. Of course, performing these programs is itself a form of respect. But precisely because I hold them in such high regard, I don't want to tarnish the music, and I want to deliver a truly wonderful performance. That, in turn, places a certain amount of pressure on me. More Ambitious Than Anyone Else Beyond one wall, there is nothing but another wall. Once human beings overcome a challenge, they naturally become greedy and want to go even further. I'm probably more ambitious than most people. Awakening in Toronto It was frustrating, of course. But I was also happy. I was happy precisely because I couldn't do it. During practice, I was able to experience these kinds of feelings. I discovered so many things that made me think, "become even better than this." A Source of Inspiration You don't necessarily have to go out of your way to seek out something extraordinary. There are plenty of things to discover in everyday life, too. For example, even a single panel in a manga can inspire me. Becoming Stronger Through Defeat Although I lost the competition, I feel that, in my own way, I managed to win something. I think I've become a little stronger through this experience. Reaching For Greater Heights From a scientific perspective, it’s said that humans are capable of landing up to five rotations. Personally, I want to accomplish the quadruple Axel. Reflecting After Winning The more I do something, the more I realise how much more I could improve it, and how many different things I could do better. Staying True to Myself Right now, all I can think about is winning. Perhaps that's what is most true to who I am. On the Fighting Spirit The words we speak stay with us, don't they? That's why I think there's a certain importance in saying things like "Stay calm" out loud, as a way of reminding and convincing myself. But then again... I've also begun to realise the importance of keeping certain things to myself, without expressing them aloud. In the past, I deliberately used the words I had spoken as a challenge to myself, striving to catch up with and eventually surpass what I had declared. Figure skaters often seem to have the mindset that it's enough to deliver a performance they themselves can be satisfied with. But we're athletes, after all. Deep down, we want to win, don't we? Some athletes openly display their competitive spirit, while others keep it hidden. Lately, I've found myself somewhere in between. The Strength of "Guts" The concepts of sport and training that Japanese people traditionally possessed might sometimes be criticised as being based on "guts" (sheer willpower). However, I believe that this traditional approach was undoubtedly very effective when it came to developing mental strength. I Don't Need a "Grand Sense of Achievement" The distance between myself and my ideal never seems to get any shorter. I'll never truly "arrive." But whenever I win a competition, I experience a small sense of accomplishment, knowing that I've passed another milestone along the way. I don’t really care to experience a "grand" sense of achievement. Once you set a goal, there's always the possibility that you'll feel burned out after finally reaching it. Even when I won Olympic gold, my sights were already set on something else. PyeongChang was waiting for me next. Perhaps it's the happiness and joy I find in being able to keep striving, in having the opportunity to work hard, that continue to drive me forward and help me grow. The Golden Right Foot I have nothing but gratitude for my right foot. Pushing Myself to My Limits I have to push myself to the limit. That's just the way I am. Once I decide to do something, I can't bring myself to do it half-heartedly. Even today, practice was mentally quite exhausting. For the first time in a while, I found myself feeling afraid to step onto the ice again. But once I've made up my mind to do something, I always give it everything I've got. I suppose that's simply who I am. Handmade Costumes Until the earthquake, all of my costumes were handmade by my mother. Before competitions, she would stay up all night for days to make them. Putting one on makes me think, "Alright, time to give it my best." Bouquets and Motivation Skating alone on a vast rink, with an entire audience cheering just for you—that is one of the most captivating aspects of the sport. Even when I fall on a quadruple jump, a huge collective sigh escapes from the audience. I think that shows just how seriously the fans are watching. They wouldn't react that way if they weren't completely absorbed in the performance. And when I finish skating, countless bouquets are thrown onto the ice. Seeing that always gives me tremendous motivation and makes me think, "I have to keep giving it my all."

Info: https://store.tkj.jp/shopdetail/000000011833 https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4800298318 Yuzuru Hanyu's latest official book is a culmination of his "messages from the soul"! It condenses memories and records from 10 seasons, from his senior debut in the 2010-11 season to his first Four Continents Championship victory in the 2019-20 season—a must-have collector's edition! Plus, it comes with an original postcard! "I don't dislike adversity. Weakness has the potential to make you stronger." "I won't compromise on what I want to express." "It's not about wanting to beat anyone else, but about beating myself first and then winning." "My goals aren't always the same; they keep getting higher." "Pressure is the 'obligation' that comes with expectations. I want to turn that into energy." "For me, disappointment is nothing but a valuable lesson." "More than winning or losing, it's about how much I can grow and what kind of experiences I can gain." "You can always protect or let go." "There's no point in dwelling on frustrations. It's about how I spend every second from now on." "There is light that can only be seen in complete darkness." From press conferences and interviews over the past 10 seasons, this book features carefully selected quotes that symbolize the thoughts and philosophy of "athlete Yuzuru Hanyu" and the way of life of "human Yuzuru Hanyu," presented alongside striking photographs taken by photographer Sunao Noto. It's full of precious words that will give you courage in life. A must-read for fans across the country, athletes, and anyone who wants to be inspired. A book of memorable quotes and visuals.

Info: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/448422223X https://books.cccmh.co.jp/list/detail/2417/ A look back at his journey of dedication and growth, documenting his unwavering commitment to figure skating through 528 photographs. This book is a definitive collector's edition that looks back on Yuzuru Hanyu's skating career to date, featuring an extensive collection of 528 press photographs and news reports from the time. A must-have for fans, this book is also a valuable documentary record of his skating career. Table of contents 2004 – 2010 -2004 All-Japan Novice B Championships: Gold Medal in First Appearance -2nd place in the 2005 All-Japan Novice B Championships -First appearance at the 2006 All-Japan Junior Championships -In 2007, he won the All-Japan Novice A Championship and placed third in the Junior Championships -A strong performance at the 2008 All-Japan Championships -In 2009, he swept all the tournaments, setting the record for the youngest male to win -He made her senior debut at the 2010 Grand Prix Series NHK Trophy 2011 -Second place at the Four Continents Championships -Winner of the Nebelhorn Trophy -4th place in the Cup of China -Winning the Russian Cup – First Grand Prix Series title 2012 -Third place in his first appearance at the World Championships -Finished second at Skate America -First victory at the NHK Cup -Second place in the Grand Prix Final -First victory at the All-Japan Championships—as a new ace 2013 -Second place at the Four Continents Championships -World Championships secure three Olympic berths -Signed a sponsorship contract with All Nippon Airways (ANA) -Second place at Skate Canada: "Extremely disappointed" -Second place at the French Grand Prix -First Grand Prix Final victory -Achieved consecutive victories at the All-Japan Championships -First Olympic Representative 2014 -Entering Sochi as a gold medal contender -Sochi Olympics - Figure Skating Team - Men's Short Program: First Place -Sochi Olympics: Top score in the short program with the highest score in world history -Expressing gratitude through performance -Japan's first male figure skater to win a gold medal -The gods of the "sacred place" give their support -Q&A 01: "The Olympics are amazing." -Holding the gold medal, I express my gratitude -Sochi Olympics closing ceremony -Returning home with a medal around their neck -A delightful reward -Reporting the gold medal to my hometown -World Championships: First victory with a comeback win -Guinness World Record awarded for the highest-ever short program score -I was invited to the garden party -Extremely busy with press conferences and award ceremonies -90,000 people attended the victory parade -Recipient of the Purple Ribbon Medal, an honor that ignites hope -Appearing in a chocolate commercial -Injured after colliding with a Chinese skater -He advanced to the Grand Prix Final after finishing 4th in the NHK Trophy -Two consecutive Grand Prix Final wins -Q&A 02: Thanking fans for winning the finals again -"A desire for improvement" to reach the top - Yuzuru Hanyu brings a ray of hope to disaster-stricken areas. -Three-time All-Japan Championship winner / Abdominal surgery 2015 -Unable to win a second consecutive world championship -Third place in the World Team Championships -Winner of the NHK Cup with the highest score in world history -Q&A 03: "This score will become another obstacle." -Grand Prix Final, first-ever three-peat -Four consecutive victories at the All-Japan Championships 2016 -Reconstruction support ice show -Second place at the World Championships -I suffered a ligament injury in my left foot and will be resting for two months -Three Guinness World Records and a certified quadruple loop jump -2nd place at Skate Canada -NHK Cup, second consecutive victory, third overall -First ever four-time consecutive winner of the Grand Prix Final -Withdrawn from All-Japan Championships 2017 -Second place at the Four Continents Championships – the competition for quadruple jumps intensifies. -Second World Championship title -Commemorative monument in Sendai City -World Team Championship -JOC Cup Winner / New Program Unveiled -Free program once again chose "SEIMEI" as his music choice -Instructing at a skating class -Second place at the Autumn Classic -Second place at the Russian Cup -Injured his leg during official practice and withdrew from the NHK Trophy 2018 -Setting off with the goal of winning two consecutive Olympic gold medals -Starting in first place after the short program at the Pyeongchang Olympics: A fierce battle of catches and chases with three young skaters—opening the door to a new era -Q&A 04: Aspirations for winning consecutive Olympic gold medals -Celebrating two consecutive Olympic victories -Q&A 05: "Above all, I was able to overcome myself." -A cold and heavy gold medal -The day after winning two consecutive titles -A battle of perfection / Putting my feelings into the swan... -Pyeongchang Olympics conclude, athletes return home with smiles on their faces. -Produced an ice show -108,000 people in Sendai celebrated the team's consecutive victory -Attended the garden party -Recipient of both the Purple Ribbon Medal and the People's Honor Award -Q&A 06: Receiving the People's Honor Award -Special letter of appreciation from the Reconstruction Agency -Winner of the Autumn Classic -Winner of the Finnish competition -Winning the Rostelecom Cup – achieving a record 10th Grand Prix victory for a Japanese male skater -Absent from the Grand Prix Final and the All-Japan Championships 2019 -First time ranking #1: "Favorite sports player" -Return to competition at the World Championships after a four-month absence -"My mind went blank" - Started in 3rd place in the short program -Second place overall at the World Championships -The high wall I returned to -The competition for quadruple jumps is fierce—"I'm willing to do all six types" -New monument installed / Quadruple toe loop landed in show -Won the Autumn Classic, the first tournament of the season -Q&A 07: "I don't want to show a pathetic side of myself." 　~Yuzuru Hanyu talks about this season and beyond~ -Overcoming pressure, he achieved a personal best score and won his first Skate Canada title -Winning the NHK Trophy, he will advance to the Grand Prix Final -Grand Prix Final: Unable to make a comeback, finished in second place -Quadruple Axel, aiming for the World Championships -Q&A 08: Talking about Quad Axel -Ranked #1 among "Athletes who performed well this year" -First All-Japan Championships in four years, a short program in pursuit of "perfection" -What will Hanyu do after suffering consecutive losses? 2020 -Program change: "It's not my own breathing" -Four Continents Championships: World record, takes first place in short program -First Four Continents Championship victory, achieving a Super Slam -Received the Most Valuable Skater award at the ISU Annual Awards -All-Japan Championships, determination amidst conflict -In his first competitive race in a long time, he started in first place -All-Japan Championships, winning for the fifth time in five years -In his first match during the pandemic, he showed his true strength, overcoming doubts and reclaiming the championship -Selected to represent Japan at the World Championships -The "ultimate goal" of a quadruple axel remains unwavering -With heartfelt wishes, "Come, spring!" 2021 -Ten years of continuous running, and then stopping -"I don't know what to say or what to convey" -World Championships begin, the short program was fun and enjoyable -Third place at the World Championships, unable to reclaim the title in this special year -"I want to leave my mark" - World Team Trophy begins -A mistake in the free skate leads to a second-place finish. -Japan finished third in the World Team Championships, while Russia won its first title -He attempted a quadruple axel, but fell six times during official practice -"Challenging the limits": Talking about the quadruple axel, "I will definitely" -Withdrew from the NHK Trophy due to a right ankle injury -Aiming for the Beijing Olympics, attempting a quadruple axel at the All-Japan Championships -Despite the break, a stunning performance, taking the lead in the short program -Despite not landing the quadruple axel, he took a step closer to his dream -Q&A 09: "Because it's everyone's dream" -He will also attempt the quadruple axel at the Beijing Olympics 2022 -First practice session in Beijing ahead of third consecutive victory; quadruple axel "absolutely necessary" -Q&A #10: "I still have a lot of room for growth" -Beyond the struggles of the COVID-19 pandemic—Hanyu returns to battle once again - "The ice hated me" - even with all preparations in place, there were pitfalls -Q&A 11: "I fell into a hole. Oh well." -Identifying with Kenshin—"Heaven and Earth" where the God of War resides -Taking on the challenge of a quadruple axel, carrying "everyone's dreams" -Q&A 12: My take on the "quadruple axel" -Yuzuru Hanyu talks about his future -The champion's courageous challenge, a record of his way of life -Performing in an ice show – his first performance in three months since the Beijing Olympics -Yuzuru Hanyu spoke about his future plans at a press conference upon turning professional -As a professional skater, this is just the beginning Official Match Program Track List

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Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist [P. 64-75] Yuzuru Hanyu - REALIVE an ICE STORY projectSpoiler -Collapse to display content “Proof of the Evolution Shown by the Yuzuru Hanyu of Today, and the Door to What Comes Next” Text by Yumeko Yamamoto Spoiler -Collapse to display content “A Journey of Reincarnation: Learning the Colours of the World, Falling into Black, and Returning to White — Prequel: Before the WHITE” Fumofumo Column Spoiler -Collapse to display content

PERSONAL QUESTIONS “Three things for each question!” "Personal Questions" is a popular segment in Cutting Edge. This year, we asked the skaters to provide three things that immediately come to mind for each question! Q1. Treasured possessions Q2. Something you want right now Q3. Heroes or idols Q4. Someone of the opposite sex you currently like (in any sense of the word!) Q5. Songs you often sing at karaoke / your favorite songs Q6. Favorite musicians Q7. Things you often buy at convenience stores Q8. Favorite alcoholic (or non-alcoholic) drinks Q9. Dishes you’re good at cooking Q10. Dishes that remind you of your mother’s cooking Q11. Favorite competitions Yuzuru Hanyu: Q1. Treasured possessions Skates Ice rink Family Q2. Something you want right now A medal (laughs) Earphones iTunes card Q3. Heroes or idols Plushenko Shuzo Matsuoka Johnny Q4. Someone of the opposite sex you currently like (in any sense of the word!) - No answer Q5. Songs you often sing at karaoke / your favorite songs “Yume no Mukou e” (夢の向こうへ) — Hi-Fi CAMP “super nova” — BUMP OF CHICKEN “Zero” (ゼロ) — BUMP OF CHICKEN Q6. Favorite musicians BUMP OF CHICKEN Hi-Fi CAMP Porno Graffitti Q7. Things you often buy at convenience stores Carbonated drinks Bento (boxed meals) Oden (Japanese hot-pot dish) Q8. Favorite alcoholic (or non-alcoholic) drinks Pepsi Nex Ginger ale Milk Q9. Dishes you’re good at cooking - Oyakodon (chicken and egg rice bowl) — “I might be able to make that (laughs)" Q10. The taste of home Hot-pot dishes (nabe) Onishime (simmered root vegetables) Gyoza Q11. Favorite competitions NHK Trophy Four Continents Championships Junior Grand Prix Final (the one held in Tokyo!)

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No, they need therapy. Yuzuru is famous for being praised by experts for having his programs complex and packed with transitions. It is universally known. Also, comparing two different disciplines is weird. Why do they feel the need to compare everyone to him? Who's next, ice dancers? 😅

* machine translation, inaccuracies may exist Info: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4812532582 Source: https://weibo.com/1428123685/4595505147419852 PIW Hachinohe (August 21-22) Yuzuru Hanyu Interview — To start off, this is your first time participating in PIW, right? Yes, it is. — How does it feel? First of all, there are so many group numbers! Also, it’s clear that the skaters all get along really well. — You’ve likely been to this rink in Niida many times for competitions. Does it feel different for an ice show? Well… it’s a bit smaller, and with such a large audience, the temperature in the venue gets quite high, which makes the ice a little soft… (laughs). Still, since I’ve been here often for events like the Japan Junior Championships, it feels somewhat familiar and reassuring. — Your jumps looked a bit wobbly today. Are you feeling a bit tired? I’m always tired! (laughs) — And you’re still so young! (laughs) But your Triple Axel (3A) has become really consistent, hasn’t it? Yes, I’m feeling very confident with the 3A now. As for the rest… (laughs), I just hope I can land those successfully too. — You always challenge yourself to land a quadruple jump during the finale of ice shows. How is your success rate at the moment? Hmm… well, right now it’s a hit-or-miss situation. Sometimes I can land two, sometimes I can’t. The success rate is… still nowhere near where it needs to be. Ultimately, the quad is the threshold for moving up to the senior level. It’s something I absolutely must include in my programs. — Plushenko mentioned, "I saw Yuzuru land a beautiful quad when we were practicing together." Hehehe. Plushenko taught me so many things. I don’t speak English, so I couldn’t understand everything, but he really tried his best to teach me. I felt so honored. Even though I didn’t catch every detail, I did my absolute best to understand. It was a huge help, and it’s been great for learning English, too! — You’ve participated in other ice shows alongside some of the world’s top skaters. What’s that been like? My first impression was that their level was completely different. I also noticed how each skater has such a distinct personality—or rather, such unique, standout strengths. Every skater has at least one area where they truly excel—something unique to them, something that belongs to them alone. I don’t have a specialty like that yet, so my first priority is to discover what mine might be. —As you move up to the senior level, is there anything you feel you need beyond just quadruple jumps? Well, my footwork hasn’t been highly rated so far, so I want to work on improving that. Also, as always, I want to ensure that my jumps and footwork flow naturally within the program, to really make the most of that momentum. —When I watch your quadruple jumps, it looks like you take off effortlessly, as if the jump is just a seamless part of the movement. Is that something you do intentionally? Yes, it is intentional. I don’t want the audience to think, "Oh, here comes a jump." My quads aren’t fully consistent yet, so I can’t always pull that off (laughs). But after all, the quadruple jump is also just one part of the program. I want to work hard so that my jumps blend naturally into the program as a whole. Yes. —After winning the World Junior Championships last season, did you notice any changes in the people around you, or perhaps in your own mindset? Hmm, let’s see... I haven’t paid too much attention to what’s going on around me, but the number of people supporting me has definitely grown, and that’s given me strength. It’s only recently that it’s really started to sink in (laughs). Winning the World Junior title gave me confidence. After all, it was a competition I had set as a specific goal. —You’ve said it a few times now: "Next year, for sure!" Exactly. "Next year!" (laughs) —Congratulations! Thank you! —You’re moving up to the senior level as the World Junior champion. Do you feel any pressure? It’s less about pressure and more about a sense of unease. —In what way? Moving from the junior level to the senior level is a lot like the transition from the novice level to the junior level. I suppose you could call it a dividing line in terms of the standard of competition. There's this hurdle I have to overcome, and I'm really anxious about whether I'll be able to make that transition successfully. On top of that, I've never competed internationally at the senior level, so I don't know how I'll be evaluated or whether I'll be able to deliver the performance I want under those circumstances. There are quite a lot of things I'm uncertain about. Still, I want to do my best to enjoy it all. —Even though you haven’t competed internationally as a senior yet, you have already participated in the All-Japan Championships, haven’t you? Does it feel different to be competing in the senior-level Grand Prix series, having been a senior skater since the very start of the season? Hmm... the mental preparation is definitely different. It’s not about competing in a senior event as a junior skater; it’s about competing as a senior skater among other senior skaters. The mindset of "being one of the senior competitors" is there, so yes, my mental preparation is different from what it used to be. —Have you done any specific physical conditioning to prepare for competing at the senior level? Before coming here, I took part in a training camp in Sendai, where I focused on strengthening my footwork and building up my stamina! —Was it a super grueling "hellish training camp"? (Laughs) Yes! Ahahaha! It was a hellish training camp. I feel like my stamina has improved quite a bit. That said, it’s still nowhere near enough to handle the inclusion of quadruple jumps while getting through the entire free skate, so I’ll need to keep working even harder. —Are your programs completed? Yes, both are ready. —Your short program is White Legend, which you performed at this ice show, and your free skate is Zigeunerweisen? Yes, Zigeunerweisen. — The violin piece that you had wanted to skate to for a long time, but which Nanami Abe had told you was "still too early" for you, has finally been given the green light? Yes, finally! (laughs) —How does it feel to skate to it? The music builds up to a grand finale, so I’m not sure if my stamina will be able to keep up! (Laughs) I want to ensure that my performance doesn’t get overshadowed by the music’s climax. Instead, I want to skate the program in such a way that I create the climax myself. —And what about the short program? It has a bit of an Oriental flair, isn’t it? Yes. There are quite a lot of distinctive, or perhaps rather original, choreographic movements in it. I hope I can express White Legend in a way that reflects my own individual style. —I see! I’m really looking forward to it. How is your lower back doing now? It’s fine. No issues at all. —That’s a relief! Hehe. Everything’s good! —How has high school life been so far? High school life… honestly, it’s been a lot of fun! (Laughs) —Oh? (Laughs) What makes it so fun? At first, I was worried I wouldn’t be able to make any friends (laughs). Back in Sendai, I’d occasionally appear on local television and became a bit well-known… so, initially, I felt a little isolated (laughs). But lately, I’ve finally managed to fit in with everyone. They’ve even told me, “You’re just a totally normal first-year high school student!” —That’s wonderful to hear. Yeah! (Grins) It’s really great. Though, the schoolwork is tough. And on top of that, I’m working hard on my English conversation skills! (Laughs) —You have plenty of opportunities to interact with English speakers, though. I’m sure you’ll figure it out! I certainly hope so! —Wait, what happened here? (Pointing to a deep purple bruise on the knee) Oh, that’s from practicing a quadruple jump today. I took a fall and—*bam!*—hit it hard. —That looks painful… Well, keep up the good work! I’ll be rooting for you! It’s alright. I’ll do my best!

* machine translation, inaccuracies may exist Info: https://www.amazon.co.jp//dp/4403310621 Source: https://weibo.com/1428123685/4595505147419852 Training Report: Japan Skating Federation Senior Training Camp Intensive Training Camp (August 8) Yuzuru Hanyu — What are your programs for this season? My short program is White Legend, and my free skate is Zigeunerweisen. Both are choreographed by Nanami-sensei. — How much progress have you made so far? Personally, I don’t feel that any of the elements are at a satisfactory level yet. I want to keep practicing and refining them until I’m comfortable, aiming to be ready in time for the NHK Trophy. — What is your ideal for the quad jump? Much like with my triple axel, I’ve been studying the strengths of various skaters. I’ve been looking at skaters like Timothy Goebel and Li Chengjiang. I’m striving to emulate those who execute their jumps with fluidity rather than relying on brute force. — What did you learn from participating in the summer ice shows? Skaters like Weir, Plushenko, and Lambiel... Plushenko in particular is practically a legendary figure. All of them are extraordinary skaters. I feel that I still lack that kind of exceptional quality, so I think it would be good if I could develop at least one particular strength that would make people say, "This kid is truly exceptional in this aspect." — Did you get a chance to talk to them? No, because I can't speak English (laughs). But I used body language to ask Plushenko to teach me some tips for the quad jump and the Biellmann spin.

* machine translation, inaccuracies may exist Japanese Men's Figure Skating Fan Book Cutting Edge 2012+Plus Info: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4789962067 Source: https://x.com/jenif_valentine/status/1093275381497393152 https://weibo.com/1746783312/Hfz62gEgb https://weibo.com/1580373983/C6gsr4TZf 2012.07.27 Interview with Yuzuru Hanyu conducted on his third day of training at Cricket Club Regarding his move to the Cricket Club: “The talk about having a new coach came up right after the World Championships. Things were pretty hectic.” “I myself had been thinking, ‘Someday, I’d like to learn in the world outside [Japan].’ But at the same time, it all felt a little too sudden. So I really agonized over changing coaches. I worried and worried so much that I got a headache and even felt like I might collapse from anemia (laughs). “But when I took a step back and thought about it calmly, I realized that I had achieved a result at the World Championships, and now it was time to set my sights on Sochi and PyeongChang. I started to feel, ‘Maybe it’s good to change to a new environment at this point. Maybe this is the right time to go abroad.’ “So, once I had decided to go, I started to feel excited. I could really imagine the future ahead of me, thinking, ‘From now on, I’ll get to be coached by the coaches here!’ “But when I said goodbye at my club in Sendai… I cried. It wasn’t actually a farewell gathering where I announced that I was leaving the club. It was a gathering to share the news that I had placed third at the World Championships. When I was asked to say a few words, the moment I stood up, I just burst into tears in front of everyone! (laughs) I managed to say something along the lines of, ‘Thank you for watching over me all this time,’ but I don’t think I was able to give a proper speech… “My former coach, Nanami-sensei, supported me all along the way. I am truly grateful to her. Everything I learned from her will remain important to me forever. I want to keep working hard without ever forgetting those lessons. That day at the club, as I was crying, she said to me very cheerfully, ‘When you win the Olympic gold medal, come back to Sendai and show it to everyone.’” “And one more thing. What saddens me is thinking about my family back in Sendai. My mother is coming with me, but I truly wish I could have stayed with all of them—my father, my sister, my whole family. I wish we could all go to Canada together!” That's why, because I'm going to go through so much and make sacrifices, I have to live up to expectations. I have to work even harder and produce results. I think that's the best way to repay them. And from now on, no matter what happens in Canada, I want to make sure I never forget my original intentions. My fundamental motivation is simply my love for skating. And above that is a feeling of gratitude. I have to make sure those two pillars never waver! I'm especially grateful to... Mami Yamada, who was my first instructor. And Shoichiro Tsuzuki, whom Mami-sensei carefully asked to take over from her, and who was strict with me. When the Sendai skating rink (Izumi Skating Rink) closed, Tsuzuki-sensei worked tirelessly to secure a practice space for me. Next, when the rink closed, I learned from the instructor at Katsuyama (Katsuyama Skating Rink). And then, Nanami-sensei. There is a path that everyone has paved for me to get this far. I will make sure that path is solid and secure in Canada. I will continue to move forward without ever straying from it. I believe that walking the path that everyone has paved for me will also be a way of expressing my gratitude. I want to firmly pursue the dream that we all believed in, and reach the ultimate goal, with all the help and support I have received up until now. IRS with the banner celebrating Yuzu's WC'12 bronze medal: Pic context: In May 2012, Yuzuru had just arrived at the TCC for training. The main rink was under construction, so Orser would take him to other rinks for training. https://weibo.com/6177279020/O9JBqbjnc https://weibo.com/6177279020/LsJ2g2i26 Yuzuru Hanyu arrived in Toronto on May 7th, 2012 to start his training at TCC.

Please guys I need a therapy. I recently saw an internet discussion where people kept praising Anna Shcherbakova's artistry and choreos and were agreeing that Yuzuru's programs were empty compared to hers (that she was constantly doing some moves and never resting still, while he kept having lots of those calm moments in his programs).

Source: https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASQ6X6DNSQ2FUTQP02N.html (paid- partial) The Eve of Yuzuru Hanyu's Revolution: "I'll take the gold," the 16-year-old predicted his second consecutive Olympic victory. September 2011, at the café of Hotel Metropolitan Sendai. I recall the time I interviewed a 16-year-old Yuzuru Hanyu. Since my previous interview with him a year earlier, when he was 15, his facial features had become noticeably more mature and sharply defined. He had yet to compete at the World Championships. If I were to describe that period in his life, I would call it "the eve of a revolution." "There is no ideal athlete. I want to be myself, and ultimately, I want to stand at the top as 'Yuzuru Hanyu'." Even back then, I could sense an energy quietly bubbling within him, like magma simmering deep beneath the earth's surface. It was an era when almost every Japanese male figure skater said they wanted to become like Daisuke Takahashi, the bronze medallist at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. "Take Evgeni Plushenko, Johnny Weir, and Daisuke Takahashi, for example. When someone is told, 'You're just like Dai-chan,' there really isn't anyone else they can be referring to, is there? After all, nobody else has reached that level of mastery." "That's why I want to become the kind of skater people would describe that way, too. A skater who can do everything—jumps, spins, and steps—is strong. That's the kind of skater I want to become." He continued training while performing in ice shows at approximately 60 venues across Japan. "There's something good about skating on different rinks. If you always skate on good-quality ice, you won't know how to adapt to poor-quality ice. Skating on different types of ice teaches you how to adjust. That's why I can skate anywhere in the world." Photo caption: 1- Yuzuru Hanyu giving an interview in May 2011 2- In the spring of 2011, 16-year-old Yuzuru Hanyu declared in an interview with the Asahi Shimbun, "I'm going to win the gold medal." https://i.imgur.com/Ho3FIo3.jpeg

So many beautiful photos!

Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/p-sp-tp0-20100210-594497.html Figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu visits Miyagi Prefecture Vice Governor Yuzuru Hanyu (a third-year student at Sendai Municipal Nanakita Junior High School), who is set to compete in the World Junior Figure Skating Championships (beginning March 8 in the Netherlands), paid a courtesy visit to Miyagi Prefecture Vice Governor Shuichi Miura (61) on the 9th. Hanyu won the ISU Junior Grand Prix Final last December and achieved his third consecutive victory at the National Junior High School Championships last month, establishing himself as a promising young talent. With the Vancouver Olympics set to begin on the 12th (13th in Japan), Hanyu is steadily honing his skills with his sights set on the Sochi Olympics four years later. He will enter Tohoku High School in Miyagi Prefecture in April. The school is a prestigious institution that has produced four Olympic figure skaters, including Shizuka Arakawa, the gold medalist at the Turin Olympics, as well as Takeshi Honda, Yamato Tamura, and Marie Arai. Hanyu spoke with determination, saying: "Over the next three years, I want to develop my abilities properly and aim to qualify for the Sochi Olympics."

11 years apart and Yuzu looks exactly the same.

It's so interesting to learn about some behind-the-scenes facts and details that are the foundation of the big triumphs we witness on the public stages.