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Happy to see 2 fanyus on the podium Did feel a little bad for Ilia while watching his disaster skate, but what he said here was so entitled. https://www.reddit.com/r/FigureSkating/comments/1r4hzt3/illia_frustrated_in_the_kiss_and_cry_after_the/

Yuzu on Hong Kong news, "On this day" Feb 13: 12 years ago was his record-breaking PW performance at Sochi

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.02.13 Source: https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/93236 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260213021002/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/93236 [Milan-Cortina Olympics] Skating rinks are declining in the shadow of the figure skating team's success, and what is needed for the figure skating powerhouse to "restore" itself At the Milan–Cortina Winter Olympics, Japan’s figure skating team captured a second straight silver medal in the team event. Although powerhouse Russia was absent, Japan delivered an outstanding performance, finishing just one point behind the gold medal–winning United States. Alongside the men’s and women’s singles, long established among the world’s elite, Japan has also surged to the top in the pair discipline, once considered a weakness, with Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara (Kinoshita Group) now reigning on the global stage. At the same time, with former “absolute champion” Yuzuru Hanyu and others turning professional, the popularity and attention that they helped build around competitive skating has gradually begun to taper off. The number of skating rinks in Japan is also declining, leaving the foundation supporting the next generation of skaters increasingly uncertain.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.02.08 Source: https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASV1Z5T2JV1ZOXIE025M.html (paid article) “I was his earliest fan-chaser” - Sato Shun Following Yuzuru Hanyu’s path, and heading toward his next dream. There is a scene that male figure skater Shun Sato (Aim Service, Meiji University ) will never forget. JP text:

2026.03.30 [ Photon ] Yuzuru Hanyu Photo Collection Info: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4910319069

2026.03.27 Yuzuru Hanyu The ART - Calendar 2026.4-2027.3 Info: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/483879097X/

Thought it was an interesting interview with Tsuzuki-sensei, didn't know he contributed so much to the early development of figure skating in Japan. He's amazing. (also shared to Videos section)

2026.02.17 Dear Yuzuru Hanyu Info: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4635340546

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.01.24 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/374725 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260124082833/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/374725 Yuzuru Hanyu donates approximately 54 million yen to his hometown Miyagi rink. A fan post on the 21st sparks discussion. The donations made by professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (31), who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, are attracting a lot of attention, especially from his fans. 　Bell Sanpia Miyagi Izumi, a skating rink in his hometown of Miyagi, announced that Hanyu had donated 54,205,800 yen. On the 21st, a fan posted on social media a sign that read, "Donation from Yuzuru Hanyu," and many fans shared the post. 　Hanyu has previously contributed to his local community in many ways, including donating a total of over 100 million yen to Ice Rink Sendai. Governor Yoshihiro Murai once told this newspaper, "He has a strong desire to nurture athletes from Sendai, and the prefecture is supporting the renovation of Ice Rink Sendai's facilities to improve the training environment. As Miyagi Prefecture, we would like to continue to work together to spread Hanyu's thoughts on disaster memorialization, disaster prevention, and bringing smiles to people's faces, as we have done in the past." 　Many fans responded to Hanyu's unwavering determination, with comments such as, "He doesn't live extravagantly, but he's always been close to people's hearts," "He's made so many contributions without making a big deal out of it, it really warms my heart," "Hanyu's donation of 54 million yen is so cool, I'm in awe," and "Hanyu is always working hard for the happiness of others. I'll always support him."

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2026.01.24 Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202601240000609.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20260124083446/https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202601240000609.html Yuzuru Hanyu donates over 54 million yen to local rink; facility director thanks him for saying "Let's do it" It has become a topic of discussion that Yuzuru Hanyu (31), the two-time consecutive Olympic champion in men’s figure skating at the Winter Olympics and now in his fourth season since turning professional, has made a large donation to a skating rink in his hometown of Miyagi. The donation was made to the Bell Sunpia Miyagi Izumi Skating Rink in Taiwa-cho, which borders Izumi Ward in Sendai City. On the 23rd, facility director Hiroki Baba spoke to Nikkan Sports and revealed that a donation of 54,205,800 yen had been received to cover repair work at the facility, as well as the installation of dehumidifiers and ventilation fans. Reacting to the extraordinary amount, he said, “I was shocked. We are extremely grateful.” The skating rink operates only during the winter season. The facility, which meets international standards and measures 60 m × 30 m, is structurally prone to condensation caused by temperature differences, resulting in condensation dripping onto the ice and creating bumps on surface. Hanyu, who used the rink frequently, had long been concerned that condensation posed a risk of falls, could interfere with skating, and might lead to injuries, particularly with regard to children’s safety. Around 2024, he began proposing renovation work, including applying anti-condensation coating to the steel framework and upgrading the dehumidification equipment. Although the repairs required a significant amount of funding, Hanyu’s encouragement, saying “Let’s do it. Please go ahead,” helped push the project forward, and the renovation work was carried out between July and September 2025. With the introduction of dehumidifiers and ventilation fans, the long-standing problem of condensation has been “completely eliminated,” according to the facility. Ice-making staff have also commented that “the work has become easier.” The battery of the ice-resurfacing machine (Zamboni) was also replaced with a new one, and Baba said with feeling, “The ice used to be full of bumps, but now they’re gone and it’s safer. The improvements have been extremely effective, and we’re truly grateful.” On the 21st of this month, a facility notice reading “Regarding the donation from Mr. Yuzuru Hanyu” was shared by fans on X (formerly Twitter), and the post spread widely. Even during his competitive career, Hanyu has been deeply committed to promoting the sport, contributing to local communities, and supporting disaster recovery efforts. As of October 2024, the total amount he has donated to Ice Rink Sendai has reached 107,971,996 yen. After experiencing the Great East Japan Earthquake while practicing at that rink, he donated the full prize money from his Olympic gold medals at the 2014 Sochi Games and the 2018 PyeongChang Games, where he became the first Asian man and the first in 66 years worldwide to win back-to-back Olympic titles, to Miyagi Prefecture and Sendai City. In 2024, he also held a charity performance in Ishikawa Prefecture to support the recovery of the Noto Peninsula. He continues to be actively involved in many activities while keeping an eye on social issues. From March 7 to 9 this year, marking 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, he will once again serve as the lead organizer of the ice show "notte stellata" at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi for the fourth consecutive year, sending a message of “hope” from the disaster-affected region.

*Machine translation, inaccuracies exist. Please do not reply in this thread.* Afterword

*Machine translation, inaccuracies exist. Please do not reply in this thread.* Dialogue Johnny Weir x Kikuo Makabe: A vision that creates the magic of a show Figure skating as art The ice is where I belong

*Machine translation, inaccuracies exist. Please do not reply in this thread.* Dialogue Stéphane Lambiel x Kikuo Makabe: Intuition and openness - what makes a good producer Stéphane helped me Memorable programs Driven by strong determination

*Machine translation, inaccuracies exist. Please do not reply in this thread.* Dialogue Yuzuru Hanyu x Kikuo Makabe - Believing in the power of figure skating Ten years with “Fantasy on Ice” Unforgettable collaborations Emotions are Born When Skating, Music, and the Audience Intersect

2026.02.05 Sports Graphic Number "The Sparkle of Japanese Figure Skating." 2026 March 5th Issue (Issue 1137 & 1138) [Magazine] Sports Graphic Number「日本フィギュアの煌めき。」 2026年 3/5号(1137・1138号) [雑誌] Info: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0GJSJ2CN5