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*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:

SO-EN March 2025 Issue Cover Special feature on Hanyu Yuzuru Costumes and individuality- A special outfit ◆ Hanyu Yuzuru's "Echoes of Life" costumes, the revolutionary backstage Info: https://soen.tokyo/fashion/news/soen20250122/ https://x.com/fashionjp/status/1881975169306284315 https://www.amazon.co.jp/装苑-2015年-3月号-雑誌/dp/B00S8IETBC/ Summary: The March issue of Soen features the popular "Costume" project! We will focus on various costume creations from around the world, from fashion, entertainment, sports, and characters, and introduce the appeal of costumes, including the people who make them and the people who wear them, along with each work. The cover and opening page of the magazine features world-renowned figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu. The magazine features beautiful costume photos from his solo tour "Echoes of Life" and behind-the-scenes comments from the artist himself! In addition, artist Aina the End has teamed up with a trusted costume stylist for a project, and girl group Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu has photographed costumes that are dear to the members' hearts. And in NEWS' Masuda Takahisa's series "MFBB," all of the costumes from "NEWS LIVE TOUR 2024 JAPANEWS" are introduced with commentary from Masuda! In addition, there is a special feature packed with costume designs from fashion designers, popular creators, and up-and-coming artists! Looking at fashion and entertainment from the perspective of costumes should add even more fun to your life. Yuzuru Hanyu's "Echoes of Life" costumes, innovative backstage This 10-page feature covers the costumes for Yuzuru Hanyu's solo tour show "Echoes of Life," which will run from December 7, 2024 to February 9, 2025. It features interviews and design drawings by Takeshi Takahashi, who designed Nova's iconic costumes, Satomi Ito, who has been in charge of Hanyu's costumes for 10 years and has shaped his worldview, and Toshihiko Sakurai, who designed the four costumes for this show. In addition, the words of Hanyu himself and director MIKIKO will reveal the "costumes," which are one of the important elements that make up the world of this show and are full of innovative secrets.

Source: https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5H2WPD9UTQP00Z.html https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5K0NPDBUTQP01M.html https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5KF7PDLUTQP01R.html https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5PY6PDJUTQP029.html https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5Q87PDLUTQP00Z.html https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPDP5QMGPDDUTQP022.html Total of 6 Episodes - Paid Articles Witnesses of the "Legend" of Yuzuru Hanyu Yuzuru Hanyu is aiming for his third consecutive gold medal at the Beijing Winter Olympics. What path did he take to reach the top of the world in figure skating? We will get closer to the real image of this top skater through the "testimony" of those who have seen him up close.

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2022.02.07 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20220206-OHT1T51008.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20220205232415/https://hochi.news/articles/20220206-OHT1T51008.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu is someone who, "once he decides to do something, he does it to the end, and that’s what makes him great." A story told by Takahito Mura (Part 4) Takahito Mura (30) tried the quad axel with Yuzuru Hanyu (27) of ANA seven years ago. It was during the finale of the ice show "Dream on Ice" in June 2015. It was a time when they were casually practicing during a period when their bodies were in good condition.

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2022.02.06 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20220206-OHT1T51008.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20220205232415/https://hochi.news/articles/20220206-OHT1T51008.html?page=1 "Yuzuru Hanyu saved me on that day, and even after that" - Story of Yoshinori Yamaguchi, victim of the Iburi Eastern Earthquake (Part 3) At the Beijing Olympics, figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (27) (ANA) will be trying to win his third consecutive gold medal for the first time in 94 years. Sports Hochi will be running a four-part series of "Hanyu Yuzuru Stories" as told by people connected to him, as a countdown series to the individual short program (SP) on the 8th. The third part is about Yoshinori Yamaguchi, who turned his encounter with Hanyu into a source of strength for recovery after the Iburi Eastern Earthquake in Hokkaido.

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2022.02.05 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20220204-OHT1T51182.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20220204224906/https://hochi.news/articles/20220204-OHT1T51182.html?page=1 "The Axel is the King of Jumps" taught to Yuzuru Hanyu... Coach Shoichiro Tsuzuki Shares the Story (Part 2) At the Beijing Olympics, Yuzuru Hanyu (27) of ANA will be aiming for a historic third consecutive victory in men's figure skating, a feat not achieved in 94 years. In a countdown series leading up to the short program (SP) on February 8th, Sports Hochi will publish "Yuzuru Hanyu Stories" over four installments, with people connected to Hanyu sharing their experiences. The second installment features Coach Shoichiro Tsuzuki (84), who coached Hanyu from 2nd grade through his first year of high school.

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2022.02.04 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20220203-OHT1T51230.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20220203221545/https://hochi.news/articles/20220203-OHT1T51230.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu is 'Still a Skating Boy' - Coach Mami Yamada Tells the Story (Part 1) At the Beijing Olympics, which begins on the 4th, figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (27) (ANA) will be attempting to become the first man in 94 years to win three consecutive gold medals. Sports Hochi will be running a four-part series of "Hanyu Yuzuru Stories" told by people connected to him as a countdown to the individual short program (SP) on the 8th. The first installment features Mami Yamada (48), who coached Hanyu in his childhood.

2025.01.25 Source: http://www.news.cn/world/20250125/4efcbf22b5ec483ab436c4d625833c96/c.html https://baijiahao.baidu.com/s?id=1822188315593959174 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20250125065107/http://www.news.cn/world/20250125/4efcbf22b5ec483ab436c4d625833c96/c.html Info: https://x.com/XHJapanese/status/1866271612300923303 Reporter's Notes: 30-minute conversation with 30-year-old Yuzuru Hanyu Xinhua News Agency reporter Qian Zheng and Yang Zhixiang I met Yuzuru Hanyu at a filming base in the northwest of his hometown, Sendai. Away from the ever-changing lights and shadows of the ice, and without the dazzling costume, the two-time Winter Olympic gold medalist in men’s singles figure skating sitting across from me appeared as simple and approachable as a neighbour boy.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2025.01.25 Source: http://www.news.cn/world/20250125/4efcbf22b5ec483ab436c4d625833c96/c.html https://baijiahao.baidu.com/s?id=1822188315593959174 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20250125065107/http://www.news.cn/world/20250125/4efcbf22b5ec483ab436c4d625833c96/c.html Info: https://x.com/XHJapanese/status/1866271612300923303 Reporter's Notes: 30-minute conversation with 30-year-old Yuzuru Hanyu Xinhua News Agency reporter Qian Zheng and Yang Zhixiang (Interviewed on Dec 18, 2024) I met Yuzuru Hanyu at a filming base in the northwest of his hometown, Sendai. Away from the ever-changing lights and shadows of the ice, and without the dazzling costume, the two-time Winter Olympic gold medalist in men’s singles figure skating sitting across from me appeared as simple and approachable as a neighbour boy.

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2022.02.20 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20220220-OHT1T51005.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20220219165859/https://hochi.news/articles/20220220-OHT1T51005.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu's quadruple axel challenge is "history in the skating world. It's worth the same as a gold medal," says Reinforcement Training Director Takeuchi On the 19th, Yosuke Takeuchi, the figure skating reinforcement director for the Japan Skating Federation, spoke to the media at the Capital Gymnasium after all events of the Beijing Olympics had concluded, summarizing the Games. Before the Games, the goal for figure skating had been to win multiple medals, including gold, and secure four top finishes. The figure skating team ended up winning a record four medals. Takeuchi assessed the results, saying, "Although we missed out on a gold medal, we were able to win the first medal in the team event since the Sochi Olympics. We earned a total of four medals, which is the most in history. And there were seven top finishes, including today's pairs event and the medalists." In the team event, Japan won the bronze medal, while in men's singles, Yuma Kagiyama earned silver, Shoma Uno took bronze, and in women's singles, Kaori Sakamoto secured a bronze medal. Takeuchi also mentioned Yuzuru Hanyu, who became the first person in the world to successfully land a quadruple axel (4.5-turn jump), finishing in 4th place. He said, "At the Olympics, Hanyu took on the unprecedented challenge of the quadruple axel and showed a performance that made history in the skating world. It's a memorable result that is as worthy of a gold medal as any other." Since the 2006 Turin Olympics, figure skating has seen medalists in five consecutive Games. "Looking ahead to Milan, we want to continue earning medals and prepare for the next four years," he added.

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2022.02.22 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20220221-OHT1T51229.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20220221214809/https://hochi.news/articles/20220221-OHT1T51229.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu returns to Japan, expresses his gratitude with a smile and bows deeply to his fans at the end 2022.02.23 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20220223-OHT1T51002.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20250123143542/https://hochi.news/articles/20220223-OHT1T51002.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu thanks fans on Twitter: "Please continue to support me"

Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2022.02.20-2022.02.21 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20220219-OHT1T51251.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20220220-OHT1T51046.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20220220-OHT1T51111.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20220220-OHT1T51175.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20220220-OHT1T51242.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20220220-OHT1T51211.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu's last performance at the Beijing Olympics. Exhibition from 13:00 on the 20th Yuzuru Hanyu makes final preparations for exhibition, final performance in Beijing begins at 1pm Yuzuru Hanyu gives his all in his final performance at the Beijing Olympics, performing "Haru yo, Koi" with gratitude Yuzuru Hanyu: "I gave it my all" – "I poured all my thoughts and happiness into 'Haru yo Koi'" Yuzuru Hanyu: Participation in the World Championships in March is undecided, "I will make a decision based on a comprehensive assessment." Yuzuru Hanyu: "It was a truly happy time" - Performed to "Haru yo, Koi" in Beijing

Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2022.02.15-2022.02.19 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20220215-OHT1T51191.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20220215-OHT1T51279.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20220217-OHT1T51293.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20220218-OHT1T51201.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20220218-OHT1T51259.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20220219-OHT1T51158.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu gives passionate performance of "Phantom of the Opera" "Please let me have fun! Thank you!" Yuzuru Hanyu Performed "The Phantom of the Opera" - "It holds a very special meaning for me in China." Yuzuru Hanyu performed to three rock numbers with all his might: "I'll give it my all if the people going to watch me" Yuzuru Hanyu performs "full-force choreo sequence" of "SEIMEI". 9 performances Yuzuru Hanyu's Unprecedented 40-Minute Practice Medley of 9 Programs - "Following His Heart", "With Gratitude for Everyone" Hanyu practices at the actual rink, Exhibition on the 20th