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2025.02.04 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20250203-OHT1T51204.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20250204063831/https://hochi.news/articles/20250203-OHT1T51204.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu: 'What to do about the 6-minute practice' and the Piano Collection... Exclusive Interview 2 This is the second exclusive interview with professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (30). One of the highlights of the "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR," which will conclude with a performance in Chiba (7th and 9th, Lala Arena Tokyo Bay), is the "Piano Collection." We asked him about the background to the creation of this nearly 10-minute feature-length work of five piano pieces, and his particular attention to detail. (Interview and composition by Takagi Megumi)

Source: Ice Jewels vol.18, pg 56 Witnesses of "GIFT" - Nomura Mansai "The deeper the world you try to portray, the more it becomes a world that you can never get tired of." Nomura Mansai formed a deep connection with Hanyu through the program SEIMEI and was one of the first to offer words of encouragement after his transition to a professional skater. He shares his thoughts on GIFT, which he saw at the invitation of director MIKIKO, as well as his expectations for Hanyu's future as a professional. Nomura Mansai Kyogen Performer, Director

Source: https://weibo.com/1746783312/Nd9pzaHSt https://weibo.com/1746783312/NdaiaCKAW Witnesses of "GIFT" - Satoshi Takebe Giving 100% as a professional to convey Hanyu's charm

2025.02.03 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20250202-OHT1T51210.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20250202221003/https://hochi.news/articles/20250202-OHT1T51210.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu touched on philosophical books and Dazai Osamu, spun a story over three sleepless nights... Exclusive interview 1 First part of the exclusive interview with professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (30). He is both a performer and executive producer of the "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR,", which will conclude its run in Chiba (on the 7th and 9th at Lalaport Tokyo Bay Arena). Like in his previous two ice story performances, he also wrote the script for this one. The work, which touches on the philosophy of life as its theme, was completed after three sleepless nights of writing. In the preparation phase, Hanyu engaged with philosophy books as well as novels, including works by Osamu Dazai. (Interview and composition by Megumi Takagi)

2025.02.02 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20250201-OHT1T51219.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20250202085015/https://hochi.news/articles/20250201-OHT1T51219.html?page=1 Info: Yuzuru Hanyu: "2025 will be deeper and broader" - Exclusive interview published for five days from February 3rd Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (30) gave an exclusive interview to Sports Hochi by February 1st, where he shared his aspirations for 2025, expressing the words "deeper and broader." The third installment of his ice story series, Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR, for which he serves as both performer and executive producer, will conclude with performances in Chiba (July 7 and 9 at Lala Arena Tokyo Bay). The tour began with a performance in Saitama (Saitama Super Arena) in December last year, where he said, "It was a performance where I felt like I was able to show what I've worked hard for," and at the Hiroshima performance (Hiroshima Green Arena) in January this year, he said, "I felt like I wanted to put in a bit more effort." Always striving for the best performance, he gives it his all in the two and a half hour one-man show. Even after turning professional, he continues to evolve as an athlete, seeking to deepen and broaden his journey. Starting from February 3rd, Sports Hochi will feature a series of exclusive photos and interviews with him over five consecutive days. (Takagi Megumi)

FEB: 1/2: Yuzuru Hanyu's life-size panel at Ishikawa's tourist spot begins as part of a project to support the recovery effort https://mainichi.jp/articles/20250201/k00/00m/040/164000c / https://web.archive.org/web/20250201102314/https://mainichi.jp/articles/20250201/k00/00m/040/164000c Yuzuru Hanyu supports Noto with videos and posters to help it recover from the earthquake and heavy rains https://news.ntv.co.jp/n/ktk/category/society/kt336dfd5211fa4c26b785d5d094a9dabb / https://web.archive.org/web/20250201102416/https://news.ntv.co.jp/n/ktk/category/society/kt336dfd5211fa4c26b785d5d094a9dabb 2/2: Hanyu says "Support Noto!" Life-size panel at tourist facility in prefecture https://www.hokkoku.co.jp/articles/-/1647766 / https://web.archive.org/web/20250202090113/https://www.hokkoku.co.jp/articles/-/1647766 Yuzuru Hanyu: "2025 will be deeper and broader" - Exclusive interview published for five days from February 3rd https://hochi.news/articles/20250201-OHT1T51219.html?page=1 / https://web.archive.org/web/20250202085015/https://hochi.news/articles/20250201-OHT1T51219.html?page=1 3/2: Yuzuru Hanyu touched on philosophical books and Dazai Osamu, spun a story over three sleepless nights... Exclusive interview 1 https://hochi.news/articles/20250202-OHT1T51210.html?page=1 4/2: Yuzuru Hanyu: 'What to do about the 6-minute practice' and the Piano Collection... Exclusive Interview 2 https://hochi.news/articles/20250203-OHT1T51204.html?page=1 5/2: Yuzuru Hanyu: "Ballade No. 1" is the "sound of destiny" - the second half of the performance is a determined effort... Exclusive interview 3 https://hochi.news/articles/20250204-OHT1T51148.html?page=1 6/2: Yuzuru Hanyu: "Because I want to get better" Training research and dance basics... Exclusive interview 4 https://hochi.news/articles/20250205-OHT1T51134.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu's hugely popular ice show performance in March 2024 will be released on long-awaited video software! (Blu-ray and DVD of "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2024) https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000366.000125910.html / https://web.archive.org/web/20250207070431/https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000366.000125910.html 7/2: Yuzuru Hanyu: From "full marathon" to "ekiden", increasing output to 2.5 hours... Final part of exclusive interview https://hochi.news/articles/20250206-OHT1T51158.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu and others perform at Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance, all 43.87 million yen in proceeds donated https://hochi.news/articles/20250207-OHT1T51085.html?page=1 / https://web.archive.org/web/20250207065751/https://hochi.news/articles/20250207-OHT1T51085.html?page=1 https://news.ntv.co.jp/n/ktk/category/society/kt5d515e1f2870474fb3378dd7b60cccbe / https://web.archive.org/web/20250207071416/https://news.ntv.co.jp/n/ktk/category/society/kt5d515e1f2870474fb3378dd7b60cccbe 8/2: Shuttle bus service etc. has been decided! Make your trip to and from "Yuzuru Hanyu Notte Stellata 2025" smoothly from March 7th to 9th https://spice.eplus.jp/articles/335466 / https://web.archive.org/web/20250208085651/https://spice.eplus.jp/articles/335466 9/2: Yuzuru Hanyu: "Put all my heart and soul into it" - tearful final performance, "See you again in the future" https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2025/02/09/kiji/20250209s00079000268000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu speaks (1)] "How special is this moment?" The final performance was etched in his heart https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2025/02/09/kiji/20250209s00079000303000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu speaks (2)] The way he wants to live his life: "I want to believe in my own heart and justice and move forward in a straight line" https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2025/02/09/kiji/20250209s00079000310000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu speaks (3)] The feeling he got from the seven performances: "I can continue to change even more from now on" https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2025/02/09/kiji/20250209s00079000323000c.html Yuzuru Hanyu: "I really tried my best" National tour final performance / Figure skating https://www.sanspo.com/article/20250209-N7L5N3ED3NITJN3HILHYLMZ5FI/ [Question and Answer] Yuzuru Hanyu completes all 7 performances of "Echoes of Life" "I'm really happy that the people who came to see it have left a lasting impression on me" / Figure skating https://www.sanspo.com/article/20250209-NZ6K7ZXDTBAOTFZJFLZ4QCXHIY/ Yuzuru Hanyu: "I'm a bit stunned right now" Completing his solo tour, his emotions overflow: "I want to believe in my heart and justice and move forward straight ahead" [Full text of the interview] https://the-ans.jp/news/504010/ Yuzuru Hanyu completes solo tour, bows with tears in his eyes, "I myself am deeply moved," "I feel like I am living in the present moment" https://the-ans.jp/news/503967/ Yuzuru Hanyu sheds tears at the final performance of the tour: "I put all my soul into skating" Completed all seven performances of the story with the theme of life, including a spectacular dance of "Bara 1" https://www.daily.co.jp/general/2025/02/09/0018632499.shtml [Full comment - free] Yuzuru Hanyu, tearful tour finale: "I skated with all my heart and soul" Successfully completed two types of quadruple jumps, performed 15 songs in over two and a half hours https://digital.kyodonews.jp/deepedge/ice-show/94275/ Yuzuru Hanyu, "Crushing hatred with joy and fun" "Nova's Mass Dis" ~ "Echoes of Life" TOUR ~ https://www.ninomiyasports.com/archives/129222 Yuzuru Hanyu's "hiding his embarrassment" on the ice - Echoes of Life https://www.ninomiyasports.com/archives/129226 Figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu completes national tour again, final performance in Chiba https://mainichi.jp/articles/20250209/k00/00m/050/104000c Yuzuru Hanyu: "If this is the moment you want to walk into the future," he says to his fans https://mainichi.jp/articles/20250209/k00/00m/050/122000c Yuzuru Hanyu: "I want to move forward believing in my own heart and justice" - Post-performance interview report https://mainichi.jp/articles/20250209/k00/00m/050/127000c [Yuzuru Hanyu] Crying, "in a daze," overwhelmed with emotion at the final performance of the national tour Echoes, "putting all his soul into it" https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202502090000986.html [Yuzuru Hanyu] Final performance of the national tour <First half> 64 minutes non-stop, 7 performances, "Bara 1", 2 perfect quad jumps https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202502090001382.html [Yuzuru Hanyu] Final performance "Set list" list Encore starts with "Ashura-chan" and then that song https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202502090000950.html [Yuzuru Hanyu] "Overwhelmed with emotion" on the final day <Second half>: He performed 8 songs including "SEIMEI" with "all his soul" https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202502090001336.html [Yuzuru Hanyu] In an interview after the final performance, he said, "I couldn't have ended it any better" and that he has "zero plans for the next performance, haha" https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202502090001802.html [With setlist] Yuzuru Hanyu: "I put all my soul into skating" - A tearful final performance, all 7 performances completed https://hochi.news/articles/20250209-OHT1T51182.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu's tearful final performance of national tour: "I was able to create this as if it were my own child" https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/333565 Yuzuru Hanyu feels the effects of his new training during the national tour: "I can continue to evolve even more from now on" https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/333574 Yuzuru Hanyu's solo performance "Echoes of Life" ends with a flawless final performance https://news.tv-asahi.co.jp/news_sports/articles/000403579.html 10/2: Yuzuru Hanyu reports that all performances of "Echoes of Life" have been completed: "Thank you very much" https://www.excite.co.jp/news/article/E1739165142542/ "Even if I'm alone in the world" Yuzuru Hanyu finishes the third tour https://www.asahi.com/articles/AST294G2WT29UTQP007M.html "No one knows what the future holds," says Yuzuru Hanyu, living in the present and expressing his gratitude for the fact that he has arrived at this point https://the-ans.jp/news/504141/ Yuzuru Hanyu put all his heart and soul into completing the tour, "I couldn't have ended it better" - Pyeongchang Olympic gold medal pro without a mistake https://hochi.news/articles/20250209-OHT1T51239.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu: "I did my best" "I'm a bit dazed" Q&A 1 https://hochi.news/articles/20250210-OHT1T51001.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu: "I want to believe in my heart and my own justice and move forward in a straight line." Q&A 2 https://hochi.news/articles/20250210-OHT1T51002.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu: "When I skated to Danny Boy, I had the image of praying with my whole body." Q&A 3 https://hochi.news/articles/20250210-OHT1T51003.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu: "I can continue to change from now on" Q&A 4 https://hochi.news/articles/20250210-OHT1T51004.html?page=1 [Yuzuru Hanyu] Q&A 1 "I think it's something unique that can't be expressed through skating alone" https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202502100000284.html [Yuzuru Hanyu] Q&A 2 "I want to believe in my own heart and my own sense of justice and move forward in a straight line" https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202502100000285.html [Yuzuru Hanyu] Q&A 3 "I don't feel lonely these days. I wanted to express that I'm not alone." https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202502100000349.html Yuzuru Hanyu "Put all my soul into my skating" - Tears at the final performance of his solo show... "I have no plans for my next performance" https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/333593 ＜Yuzuru Hanyu never stops evolving＞ He is constantly improving his body and mind, and is eager to try new training even during performances https://wedge.ismedia.jp/articles/-/36618 Yuzuru Hanyu: "I want to move forward, believing in my own heart and justice" - What he gained from completing his solo tour https://sportiva.shueisha.co.jp/clm/othersports/figure/2025/02/10/post/ Yuzuru Hanyu's Echoes of Life - Final Performance https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/11033/ Yuzuru Hanyu shows his determination and fighting spirit, and revives his legendary program for the first time in five years in a solo performance... The figure that appeared on the dark rink https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/86577 Yuzuru Hanyu: "I don't feel lonely these days"... Why did the emotional, solitary skater confess this? https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/86578 11/2: Yuzuru Hanyu "Make a difference" - "Visit Noto now" - life-size panels and charity appeal to tourists to support reconstruction efforts https://news.ntv.co.jp/category/society/1d74e8a8f33e4a08b3576a7971d4a890 Hanyu: "I put my soul into skating" - passionate performance at final show of solo tour https://www.nikkei.com/article/DGKKZO86653430Q5A210C2UU8000/ 14/2: <Today in 2014> February 14: Yuzuru Hanyu becomes Japan's first man to win gold in figure skating at the Sochi Olympics https://www.nippon.com/ja/japan-topics/today02140/ KOO-KI WORKS - Haier Japan Region "Me vs. Me" https://koo-ki.co.jp/works/detail/haier (https://x.com/kooki_fukuoka/status/1890321087529119825) A special talk between Yuima Nakazato and Mika Ninagawa! A promotion that explores the beauty of the art of couture that is sweeping Roppongi (mentions of Yuzuru Hanyu photoshoot exhibition) https://numero.jp/interview461/ 15/2: Live streaming of "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2025" has been decided. The rehearsal before the performance will also be broadcast. https://www.tvguide.or.jp/feature/ott25021504/ [Figure Skating] Yuzuru Hanyu's "Notte Stellata" will be exclusively streamed live by Hulu, including rehearsals and interviews https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/334137# Yuzuru Hanyu's "NOTTÉ STELLATA" to be exclusively live streamed on Hulu https://hochi.news/articles/20250215-OHT1T51092.html?page=1 Hulu to exclusively stream earthquake recovery project "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2025" https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202502150000093.html Unique collaboration between Yuzuru Hanyu and Kyogen performer Mansai Nomura in ice show to be streamed exclusively on Hulu from March 7th to 9th https://spaia.jp/column/figureskating/30732 Yuzuru Hanyu's ice show will be exclusively streamed live on Hulu, with bonus footage including rare practice footage and interviews https://www.sanspo.com/article/20250215-RDORFM6UEVLCJMJZ34T2DGPNBM/ 16/2: [Yuzuru Hanyu] Pursuing the "light of true life"... A message he wants to convey to people living in modern society https://goetheweb.jp/person/article/20250216-yuzuru 17/2: A special world has opened in collaboration with Yuzuru Hanyu's third solo ice show tour "Echoes of Life" and Metaverse Roppongi! A one-night-only exchange event will be held on Wednesday, February 26th from 9pm! https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000288.000030888.html A special world in collaboration with Yuzuru Hanyu's third solo ice show tour "Echoes of Life" and Metaverse Roppongi opens on "cluster"! A one-night-only exchange event will be held from 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 26th https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000336.000017626.html Yuzuru Hanyu's "Echoes of Life" x Metaverse Roppongi Collaboration World Open on 2/24! Hanyu: "I'm looking forward to everyone's participation!" https://trendnewscaster.jp/entertainment/202502178218/ Yuzuru Hanyu's "Echoes of Life" collaborates with Metaverse Roppongi, special world opens on "cluster" https://the-ans.jp/news/506020/ "It makes my heart tremble no matter how many times I watch it": Seven years after Yuzuru Hanyu's second consecutive Olympic gold medal, reactions to the uncut footage released by the Olympic official https://www.huffingtonpost.jp/entry/story_jp_67adc010e4b01887f71cfa57 Yuzuru Hanyu's resilient body: To "walk towards the future" https://www2.myjcom.jp/special/tv/thema/figureskate/column/detail/20250217.shtml 18/2: Seven years ago, Yuzuru Hanyu's legendary program that achieved consecutive Olympic victories is back in the spotlight. The official Olympic program's stylish uncut footage is admired: "My heart trembles" and "It will continue to shine forever." https://thedigestweb.com/topics_detail13/id=92496 19/2: A famous gold medalist is the talk of the town after being made into an anime! What is the heartwarming "reason" behind this? "Too monstrous" "I can see how amazing he is" https://trilltrill.jp/articles/3779183 21/2: Shuzo Matsuoka will be invigorating the whole of Japan with a "new special program"! TV Asahi's "The Future Starts Here Project" will be running in 2025 https://post.tv-asahi.co.jp/post-419891/ Yuzuru Hanyu appears on TV Asahi's "The Future Starts Here Project" special hosted by Shuzo Matsuoka https://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2370237/full/ TV Asahi: Special program hosted by Shuzo Matsuoka on March 2nd featuring the "legendary ice craftsmen" who support Yuzuru Hanyu https://mantan-web.jp/article/20250220dog00m200075000c.html [Goethe April issue] 20 pages of exclusive interview with Yuzuru Hanyu! Special feature on "artistic furniture" suitable for executives. What is L'Arc's TETSUYA's favorite chair? https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000980.000007254.html Special feature celebrating Yuzuru Hanyu's 30th birthday: 2/25 release of "Goethe April Issue" 20 pages of exclusive interviews with Hanyu!! https://trendnewscaster.jp/entertainment/202502218276/ Yuzuru Hanyu: 30th Birthday Special in "GOETHE" - The mindset and beliefs of a man who constantly improves himself https://mantan-web.jp/article/20250221dog00m200035000c.html 22/2 Exclusive photo of Yuzuru Hanyu in a special feature in the men's monthly magazine "GOETHE" - his thoughts and beliefs https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2025/02/22/kiji/20250221s00079000384000c.html TV Asahi's "Metaverse Roppongi" collaborates with Yuzuru Hanyu, aiming for over 10,000 visitors in about an hour https://www.advertimes.com/20250222/article490354/ 26/2: 30-year-old Yuzuru Hanyu: "I've decided to stick to what I think is best" https://goetheweb.jp/person/article/20250226-yuzuru-hanyu?heading=2 Yuzuru Hanyu, who became a professional skater, is a man of many talents: he produces his own performances, writes picture books, and his hobby is shogi (Japanese chess) https://tower.jp/article/feature_item/2025/02/26/5002

Part 5 - https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5Q87PDLUTQP00Z.html Yuzuru Hanyu stopped wiping the edge, a serious look. The senior who felt like he's 'lost.' JP transcript:

Which interview is this? Is it a video or an article?

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2018.12.12 Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/201812120000174.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20211019125713/https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/201812120000174.html ‘Have fun’ – The Secret of Consecutive Victory from A Senior to Hanyu / Interview Notes ＜Interview notes 2: Figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu＞ “Enjoy the Olympics experience. Relax and have fun.” I never imagined that these simple words would later lead to Yuzuru Hanyu (24, ANA) becoming the first man in 66 years to win consecutive Olympic gold medals in figure skating.

Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2018.02.18 Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/olympic/pyeongchang2018/figureskate/news/201802180000128.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20180220092250/https://www.nikkansports.com/olympic/pyeongchang2018/figureskate/news/201802180000128.html Amazing Performance / Button, the Back-to-Back Olympic Gold Medalist 66 Years Ago PyeongChang Olympics: Figure Skating: Men's Free Skate – February 17th Yuzuru Hanyu (23, ANA), who was in first place after the short program (SP), scored 206.17 points in the free skate, achieving a total of 317.85 points. This secured him his second consecutive gold medal, following the 2014 Sochi Olympics. His back-to-back victory is the first for a male figure skater in 66 years, and it is also the first time a Japanese athlete has won consecutive golds in a Winter Olympic individual event. Dick Button (88), who achieved Olympic back-to-back victories 66 years ago, commented on Hanyu's performance, tweeting: "Beautiful choreography and music. Amazing performance." He further praised, "Gorgeous…" When Hanyu executed the opening quadruple salchow perfectly, Button exclaimed, "(The quadruple salchow) is beautiful and light." After Hanyu secured his consecutive victory, Button congratulated him with, "Bravo, Hanyu. You've tied my record." In an interview with the New York Times (online edition), Button also shared by phone, "His movements were as beautiful as a dream." ◆ Figure skating consecutive Olympic victories For men, Hanyu’s back-to-back victories mark the first in 66 years since Dick Button (USA), and he is the fourth overall. Gillis Grafström (Sweden) achieved three consecutive victories at the 1928 St. Moritz Olympics. For women, the three-time consecutive victories were achieved by Sonja Henie (Norway) at the 1936 Olympics, and Katarina Witt (East Germany, at the time) won two consecutive titles at the 1988 Olympics.

2025.01.28 Source: https://weibo.com/6473801248/PbO9tclzt https://weibo.com/6473801248/PbFzIlJND https://weibo.com/6473801248/PbGYryD2o https://weibo.com/6473801248/PbE0SmcCA SO-EN March 2025 issue 1. Mikiko's Interview 2. Satomi Ito's Interview 3. Takahashi Tsuyoshi's Interview 4. Toshihiko Sakurai's Interview

Part 4 - https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5PY6PDJUTQP029.html Yuzuru Hanyu wanted to go to Canada - Discussing over dinner, Growth in Toronto JP transcript:

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* Source: https://weibo.com/6473801248/PbE0SmcCA TOSHIHIKO SAKURAI'S INTERVIEW About Mass Destruction: About blue/eclipse: About Utai:

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* Source: https://weibo.com/6473801248/PbGYryD2o TAKAHASHI TSUYOSHI'S INTERVIEW Takahashi Tsuyoshi, a costume designer who has worked across various fields such as music, film, and animation, designed the costume symbolizing the protagonist NOVA. This costume appears in the main visual, video segments, as well as at the beginning and end of the ice story. The keyword Takahashi repeatedly mentioned was "near-futuristic."

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* Source: https://weibo.com/6473801248/PbFzIlJND SATOMI ITO'S INTERVIEW About 'First Echo and Circulation': "Hanyu has always viewed costumes as part of his expression since his competitive days, with a strong dedication to both design and functionality. Although the costume may appear separate, in reality, it is one cohesive piece. This is a crucial design point. The colors are always chosen by Hanyu himself, and this time, the design was drawn based on the color he originally proposed and the concept of the program. The costume for First Echo mainly features white as the base color, with accents of yellow-green. Inspired by the image of something just emerging from a cocoon, I used a design wrapped in organza. The side of the pants is adorned with rhinestones to create a vine pattern, and it connects to the light, yellow-green, stretchy material of the top, integrating the image of vines stretching and flowers blooming into the whole outfit." About Aqua's Journey: The design of Aqua's Journey seems to condense the elements of the costumes Ms. Ito designed for Yuzuru Hanyu, which is quite impressive. "I was told that the program has an image of water splashes, so I decorated the elastic mesh with organza resembling the shape of a water surface. I also used long sequins and rhinestone hand-embroidered lines. Although the design is very much in Hanyu's style, organza doesn’t have elasticity and tends to fall off, so it cannot be used for competition costumes; it’s a material unique to ice performances. Both costumes come with custom thumb gloves made specifically for Hanyu. For the gloves of Aqua's Journey, as per Hanyu’s request, only the fingertips of the right hand were made in yellow-green. You can feel his desire to transmit a bright image right through his fingertips." "A costume only truly becomes valuable when it becomes one with the wearer. No matter how extravagant the design or how dazzling the decorations, Hanyu is able to perfectly control the costume with his technical ability and unique style, never allowing the costume to overshadow him. During the process of making his costumes, I felt a unique joy—creating costumes that only Hanyu could truly bring to life. From his time as a competitive athlete, he has shown extraordinary creativity, and now in his post-competitive career with the ICE STORY series, I feel that he is fully expressing his worldview, including through his costumes. Hanyu looks even more radiant now."

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* Source: https://weibo.com/6473801248/PbO9tclzt MIKIKO'S INTERVIEW "The role of clothing is extremely important. It’s no exaggeration to say that it can determine the success or failure of a live performance. Of course, clothing can make a performance look more beautiful, but whether the performer can move comfortably can also affect their mental state. So, clothing plays a very sensitive and important role. Nova is named ‘VGH-257,’ which means 'a created being.' When designing the costume, we wanted it to embody a sense of uniformity, futurism, and a powerful life force that could survive in this world. With that idea in mind, we proceeded with the design commission. When expressing a futuristic feel, I gave the instruction to be careful not to make it look like a cosplay costume. Additionally, since Hanyu's transition to a new career, he has appeared more often in fashion magazines. In these magazines, he wears high-end brand clothes and strikes various poses that look very beautiful. I thought to myself that if we could incorporate similar cuts and silhouettes into his performance costumes, it would definitely give a refreshing impression. So, I suggested this idea. This time, we realized that when Hanyu wears slightly oversized clothes, his physique and presence stand out even more. Moreover, because he has worn many different styles of clothing before, his ability to handle costumes in performances is outstanding. He can understand how to manipulate the fabric in just a few seconds, making the clothing stand out and enhancing the beauty of his skating movements. This truly surprised me."

Source: Ice Jewels vol.18, pg 52-55 Witnesses of "GIFT" - MIKIKO The trust I received from Yuzuru Hanyu to understand things intuitively What Yuzuru Hanyu revealed in GIFT was his collaboration with MIKIKO, known for her choreography and live performances with various artists. On stage, a dense, sensory exchange unfolded between the two geniuses. MIKIKO Choreographer and Director. Founder of the dance company [ELEVENPLAY]. She has choreographed and directed live performances for artists such as Perfume and BABYMETAL, as well as created choreography for various music videos and commercials.

Source: https://weibo.com/ttarticle/p/show?id=2309404941603868639423 Witnesses of "GIFT" - Matsuoka Shuzo The Gift of Hanyuism to me Since Yuzuru Hanyu was 16, Shuzo Matsuoka, as a sports commentator, has been supporting his journey. What are the three "Gifts" he received from the performance revealed by Yuzuru at the Tokyo Dome?

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* Info: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4807299085 [Content introduction] In July 2022, Yuzuru Hanyu began a new path as a professional skater. We look back on the past year with cover photos and exclusive interviews. What's more, this issue features exclusive interviews and contributions from the gorgeous members who create and watch over Yuzuru Hanyu as a professional skater, including MIKIKO, who was responsible for the direction of the historic "GIFT" solo performance at Tokyo Dome (a first in skating history), Mansai Nomura, with whom Hanyu has had a deep connection since SEIMEI, Satoshi Takebe, who served as music director for "GIFT" with an even deeper involvement than before, and Shuzo Matsuoka, who has continuously supported Hanyu since his competitive days. In addition, in "Their Style," Johnny Weir and Keiji Tanaka also talked about their competitive days, their future prospects, their thoughts on figure skating, and their impressions of Hanyu. [Contents] ◆Special Photo Session "A Special Look at Hanyu Yuzuru" ◆Special Interview with Hanyu Yuzuru "Redefining a Professional Athlete" ◆GIFT Witnesses MIKIKO: The trust in Hanyu's ability to make sense of things intuitively Mansai Nomura: The deeper the world you're trying to depict, the more it becomes a world you can never tire of Satoshi Takebe: Giving 100% as a professional to convey Hanyu's charm Shuzo Matsuoka: The gift I received from the Hanyuism ◆Fantasy on Ice 2023 Held at four locations nationwide! ◆Special Interview Tanaka Nobuaki x Noto Sunao Talking in detail about professional skater Hanyu Yuzuru!! ◆Their Style Johnny Weir Keiji Tanaka Patine Leisure Co., Ltd. / Iihashi Yasutaka, Takahashi Futao ◆Figure skating as a performing art Hanyu Yuzuru's Phantom of the Opera - Music that secretly captivates you

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2022.02.21 Source: https://news.yahoo.co.jp/expert/articles/10b7910be003225f2bda37e00c331d19bfe65462 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20250129063136/https://news.yahoo.co.jp/expert/articles/10b7910be003225f2bda37e00c331d19bfe65462 Why "media king" Yuzuru Hanyu continued to shine at the "unrewarded" Beijing Olympics "I really think that I have been able to skate because everyone is watching me like this." After finishing his performance, still out of breath, Yuzuru Hanyu began to speak. "I think my performance takes on some kind of meaning because people watch it. I really want to thank everyone."

Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2018.02.27 Source: https://www.jnpc.or.jp/archive/conferences/35057/report Japan Press Club: Press Conference - Yuzuru Hanyu, Figure Skater, Pyeongchang Olympic Gold Medalist Yuzuru Hanyu, who won the gold medal in men's figure skating at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics and became the first male figure skater in 66 years to achieve back-to-back Olympic victories, attended a press conference at the Japan Press Club. Hanyu overcame a right ankle injury he sustained last November to accomplish this remarkable feat. Ikuo Beppu, a special reporter for the Sankei Shimbun who attended the press conference, praised the event in an article in the Japan Press Club newsletter (March 2018 issue), saying, 'It was a great press conference. Having been involved with press conferences at the Japan Press Club for about eight years, primarily related to sports, I have never seen a more perfect speaker. Hanyu picked up every question, no matter how mixed they were, and answered with such composure and wit, making each response shine like a gem. All the reporters and OBs in the room nodded in unison to every word he said. His ice performances, which draw the audience into his world, were reflected perfectly in his speaking.' Moderator: Toshio Shimada, Japan Press Club Planning Committee (NHK). Press Conference Report - Perfect! Hats off to his flawlessness! Comment by Ikuo Beppu (Planning Committee Member, Special Reporter at Sankei Shimbun)

*Machine translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2024.05.25 Source: https://sportiva.shueisha.co.jp/clm/othersports/figure/2024/05/25/post_34/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240525113632/https://sportiva.shueisha.co.jp/clm/othersports/figure/2024/05/25/post_34/ Yuzuru Hanyu's New Expression Shown at 'Fantasy on Ice' – The Emotions Slowly Sink into the Body. An Even More Refined Sharpness. The ice show "Fantasy on Ice" opened on May 24th at Makuhari Messe in Chiba. Yuzuru Hanyu will not be able to perform in the Kobe and Shizuoka shows in June, but there was a delightful gift for fans at the Makuhari performance. In recent years, he had only performed one program in collaboration with an artist, but this time, in both the first and second parts, he performed two programs for the first time in a while.

Part 3 - https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5KF7PDLUTQP01R.html Yuzuru Hanyu trembled behind the scenes at the ice show; Narumi Takahashi said, 'I was moved.' JP transcript:

Part 2 (partial) - https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5K0NPDBUTQP01M.html "You're going to spread your wings around the world," the famous coach repeatedly told Yuzuru Hanyu

Part 1 - https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5H2WPD9UTQP00Z.html The First Coach Who Noticed Yuzuru Hanyu’s Talent – A One-and-a-Half Rotation: “What was that?” JP transcript: