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*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.09 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326722 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241212195434/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326722 Yuzuru Hanyu reveals the "common thoughts" he puts into his skating to an Italian newspaper: "If the earthquake hadn't Happened" Olympic gold medalist Yuzuru Hanyu (30), who achieved back-to-back victories in men's figure skating, revealed the "common thoughts" he puts into his ice shows.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.09 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326647 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241212175837/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326647 14,000 people attend Yuzuru Hanyu's solo performance; queues outside the venue, limited items sold out, and travel reservations soar His influence remains unchanged. Yuzuru Hanyu, the professional figure skater who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, has launched his solo performance "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd ‘Echoes of Life’ TOUR," which he directed and produced. On the opening day, December 7, 14,000 fans gathered to see Hanyu, who was celebrating his 30th birthday. The excitement inside and outside the venue was at its peak even before the performance began. We followed the Hanyu fever that spread across various locations.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/85349 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241212192556/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/85349 https://web.archive.org/web/20241208094940/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/85349?page=2 https://web.archive.org/web/20241208094812/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/85349?page=3 https://web.archive.org/web/20241208123105/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/85349?page=4 https://web.archive.org/web/20241208094825/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/85349?page=5 【Full Report: Yuzuru Hanyu's Performance at 30 Years Old, Part 1】 The Story of "Life" He Wrote Himself, and the Reason He Skates... The Philosophical Realm He Has Reached as a Professional Skater The new solo performance "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd 'Echoes of Life' TOUR" by professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu premiered on December 7 at Saitama Super Arena. The third installment of the Ice Story series, which Hanyu both performed in and directed, brought to life a grand story on ice that questions the meaning of "life." Source: https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/85351 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241208091511/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/85351 https://web.archive.org/web/20241213182156/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/85351?page=2 https://web.archive.org/web/20241209022556/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/85351?page=3 【Full Report: Yuzuru Hanyu's Performance at 30 Years Old, Part 2】 Overwhelming "Hospitality" for His Fans... The Best Part of His Solo Performance Starts from the Ending After achieving back-to-back Olympic victories, figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu, who transitioned to professional skating, kicked off his new solo performance, "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd 'Echoes of Life' TOUR," on December 7 at Saitama Super Arena. This is the third installment of his "Ice Story," in which he takes on both the role of performer and executive producer. The grand story, which centers around the philosophical theme of questioning the meaning of "life," came to fruition on the ice. This performance also marked the milestone of Hanyu's 30th birthday. After performing 12 songs, including many new songs such as "First Cry- Meguri," Hanyu appeared on the rink again, "unmasked," immediately after the end credits rolled. The sense of unity between Hanyu's MC, as he shed the armor of an artist, and the audience, along with the encore of three songs including the spectacular "SEIMEI," represented the "second chapter" of the solo performance, which was another highlight of the show.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: https://www.ninomiyasports.com/archives/128181 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241214065753/https://www.ninomiyasports.com/archives/128181 The Struggle with Time Portrayed by Yuzuru Hanyu's Nova on Ice -ICESTORY 3rd Echoes_of_Life- The 2024-25 "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd 'Echoes of Life' TOUR" kicked off on December 7 at Saitama Super Arena (Saitama City), coinciding with professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu's 30th birthday. The two-part performance featured Hanyu performing 12 numbers in the main story and three in the encore, including the song "GATE OF STEINER – Aesthetics on Ice," which was used in the "STEINS;GATE" series, a game that has been made into anime and films. Source: https://www.ninomiyasports.com/archives/128176 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241210015004/https://www.ninomiyasports.com/archives/128176 Yuzuru Hanyu's "Echoes of Life" - Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd TOUR - could become a beacon for people all over the world The 2024-2025 "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd 'Echoes of Life' TOUR" kicked off on December 7 at Saitama Super Arena, marking the 30th birthday of Yuzuru Hanyu, a professional figure skater who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals. During the two-part performance, Hanyu performed 12 numbers in the main story and 3 encores, including his iconic "SEIMEI." The 14,000 fans in attendance were presented with thought-provoking themes such as "What is life?" and "Who am I?" The Saitama performances continued on the 9th and 11th, with upcoming shows in Hiroshima (January 2025) and Chiba (February 2025).

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326539 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241209003307/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326539 Yuzuru HANYU, at his milestone age of 30, has no image of “deterioration”: “If you think of it in terms of baseball or soccer...” For Yuzuru Hanyu, the 30-year-old professional figure skater who achieved back-to-back Olympic victories, "age" seems to be nothing more than a number. Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326541 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241208055544/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326541 Yuzuru Hanyu's attention to detail extends beyond his performances... "It took about three days to prepare the video. It was tough..." The third installment of the Ice Story series, Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd - Echoes of Life - TOUR, produced and directed by Yuzuru Hanyu (30), a professional skater who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, kicked off at Saitama Super Arena on the 7th. Hanyu performed 15 songs over the course of about two and a half hours, captivating the 14,000 fans who filled the venue. He continues to approach skating with an uncompromising attitude.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: https://the-ans.jp/column/487262/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241217202709/https://the-ans.jp/column/487262/ The "preparation" and "challenge" that were evident in Yuzuru Hanyu's skating that attracted 14,000 people; the meaning of "seize the opportunity" that surprised reporters On the 7th, Yuzuru Hanyu, a professional figure skater who won back-to-back Olympic golds in Sochi 2014 and Pyeongchang 2018, debuted the third installment of his ice show series, "ICE STORY 3rd -Echoes of Life- TOUR," at Saitama Super Arena. The national tour will continue with stops in Hiroshima in January and Chiba in February. On his 30th birthday, Hanyu unveiled a grand story that reflects the immense effort behind its creation. (Reporting and writing by THE ANSWER editorial team, Hiroya Miyauchi)

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: https://wedge.ismedia.jp/articles/-/35962 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241217220402/https://wedge.ismedia.jp/articles/-/35962 "Yuzuru Hanyu at 30: A New 'Ice Figure' – A Performance of 'Life' Connected by 'Sound', Opening of the 3rd Solo Show." Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu's new solo performance "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR" opened at Saitama Super Arena on December 7th. The third installment of the Ice Story series, in which he both stars and serves as executive producer, is a grand story with a philosophical theme that questions the meaning of "life."

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: https://steadyhq.com/de/pirouette-figure-skating-magazine/posts/152c5920-45d8-4923-816c-8d3dc71974f2 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241208123206/https://steadyhq.com/de/pirouette-figure-skating-magazine/posts/152c5920-45d8-4923-816c-8d3dc71974f2 Echoes Of Life - How Sounds Change the World Around 14,000 spectators flocked to the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama Prefecture to attend the opening show of Yuzuru Hanyu's "Echoes of Life" tour, the third chapter of his Ice Story. Hours before the event began, fans from all over the world transformed the area in front of the arena into a sea of colors and emotions with their banners. The countless "Happy Birthday" signs were especially eye-catching, serving as a heartfelt tribute to the superstar. On this special evening, he not only celebrated the start of his tour but also his 30th birthday.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: https://ontomo-mag.com/article/report/yuzu20241207/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241208160508/https://ontomo-mag.com/article/report/yuzu20241207/ 14,000 fans in a frenzy! Report on the premiere at Saitama Super Arena on December 7th and the post-show press conference -An epic ice show with a storyline in which Yuzuru Hanyu questions "life" and "living" has begun! Yuzuru Hanyu, the two-time champion at the 2014 Sochi Olympics and the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics, who continues to be active as a professional figure skater, stars in and is executive producer of the ice show "ICE STORY" series. The national tour of the third installment, "Echoes of Life," premiered at Saitama Super Arena on December 7th. We report on the performance and the interview that took place after the show. Below is a Q&A from the press conference after the show.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: hhttps://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/12/08/kiji/20241208s00079000034000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241213010515/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/12/08/kiji/20241208s00079000034000c.html Yuzuru Hanyu turns 30 and begins solo performance: "I can still do more. I can get even better" On the 7th, Yuzuru Hanyu, who won back-to-back Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating and is now pursuing a career as a professional, celebrated his 30th birthday by launching his new solo show, Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR, at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama. Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/12/08/kiji/20241208s00079000067000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241212102721/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/12/08/kiji/20241208s00079000067000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu speaks (1)] Turning 30: Doing his best now, "The future will be even better" Yuzuru Hanyu, who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating and is now pursuing a career as a professional, celebrated his 30th birthday on the 7th. He kicked off his new solo performance, "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd 'Echoes of Life' TOUR," at the Saitama Super Arena. He passionately performed 15 songs in total, including 12 main songs and 3 encores, captivating an audience of 14,000. Below is a Q&A following the performance (part 1): Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/12/08/kiji/20241208s00079000068000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241211203305/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/12/08/kiji/20241208s00079000068000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu speaks (2)] "Destiny is a series of coincidences... I feel like it's a miracle" - the fundamental theme he wanted to express Below is a Q&A following the performance (part 2): Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/12/08/kiji/20241208s00079000078000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241208152956/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/12/08/kiji/20241208s00079000078000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu speaks (3)] His dedication to carefully considered piano pieces, "while making meticulous calculations" Below is a Q&A following the performance (part 3):

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202412080000406.html Archived: hhttps://web.archive.org/web/20241208163059/https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202412080000406.html Yuzuru Hanyu proves his evolution at 30 with a nearly doubled 170-minute solo performance, showcasing his 'prime' as over 400,000 viewers in China watch On the 7th, Yuzuru Hanyu, the two-time Winter Olympic figure skating champion and third-year professional, kicked off his solo ice show national tour, "Echoes of Life," at Saitama Super Arena to celebrate his 30th birthday. He performed 15 new songs, including "産声～めぐり" (First Cry ~ Circulation), his signature "Ballad No. 1," and "SEIMEI," receiving a warm birthday celebration from the nearly 14,000-strong full house, and expressed his joy by saying, "I'm glad I was born." The tour will run through February next year with seven performances in three cities.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: https://mainichi.jp/articles/20241208/k00/00m/050/009000c Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241209145110/https://mainichi.jp/articles/20241208/k00/00m/050/009000c Yuzuru Hanyu: "I'm very interested in the philosophy of life" - Echoes of Life premiere Yuzuru Hanyu, who achieved back-to-back Winter Olympic golds in men's figure skating and is now active as a professional skater, launched his national tour of the ice show "Echoes of Life" on the 7th at the Saitama Super Arena. This is the third installment of his "ICE STORY" series, which he directs, and it tells a story questioning the essence of "life" and "living." Main quotes from Hanyu after the performance: "I was able to welcome a different kind of 30s."

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.08 Source: https://www.daily.co.jp/general/2024/12/08/0018424976.shtml Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241208151041/https://www.daily.co.jp/general/2024/12/08/0018424976.shtml Q&A with Yuzuru Hanyu (1) "30 years old, still have a lot to do" "This is the time when my senses and techniques are at their peak" Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (30), the gold medalist in men's figure skating at the 2014 Sochi and 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, held the opening performance of his new tour "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd - Echoes of Life" on the 7th at Saitama Super Arena. This day also marked Hanyu's 30th birthday. A crowd of 14,000 spectators sang "Happy Birthday" to him, creating a warm atmosphere. Here is a Q&A session after the performance: Source: https://www.daily.co.jp/general/2024/12/08/0018425074.shtml Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241208145627/https://www.daily.co.jp/general/2024/12/08/0018425074.shtml Q&A with Yuzuru Hanyu (2) Piano piece that was "created with careful calculation" Filming the performance was "tough for about three days (laughs)" Q&A session part 2:

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.07 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20241207-OHT1T51222.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241207131145/https://hochi.news/articles/20241207-OHT1T51222.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu: "I can still do more" - Entering his 30s with a packed house of 14,000 people: "This is the time when my senses and techniques are at their peak." - Q&A (1) Professional skater Yuzuru Hanyu's third ice show, "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd ‘Echoes of Life’ TOUR," kicked off on the 7th at the Saitama Super Arena. The solo performance lasted over two and a half hours, captivating an audience of 14,000 fans who filled the venue. This day also marked Hanyu's 30th birthday, and he was celebrated with a rousing chorus of "Happy Birthday." Post-performance Q&A with Hanyu (part 1): 2024.12.08 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20241208-OHT1T51010.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241219074007/https://hochi.news/articles/20241208-OHT1T51010.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu: "The costumes that I created by repeatedly making adjustments" — Q&A (2) Post-performance Q&A with Hanyu (part 2): 2024.12.08 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20241208-OHT1T51012.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241207205950/https://hochi.news/articles/20241208-OHT1T51012.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu: "I really created it while calculating meticulously" — A 10-minute piano program Q&A (3) Post-performance Q&A with Hanyu (part 3):

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.07 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20241207-OHT1T51153.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241210061411/https://hochi.news/articles/20241207-OHT1T51153.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu celebrates his 30th birthday with a chorus of birthday songs: "I'm so happy!" He performs 15 songs over two and a half hours Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu's third Ice Story production, "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd 'Echoes of Life' TOUR," opened on the 7th at the Saitama Super Arena. It was also Hanyu's 30th birthday. In front of a full house of 14,000 fans, he performed passionately for over two and a half hours. During the encore, after expressing his gratitude to the fans and staff, Hanyu said, "So, it's my birthday," and the excitement reached its peak. The venue erupted into a chorus of "Happy birthday to you." Hanyu, bouncing on the ice, smiled broadly and said, "Thank you! I did it! I'm so happy!" The show featured 12 songs in the main program, including many new tracks, and 15 songs in total, including the encore. The first half's "Piano Collection" section was made up of five piano pieces. From there, Hanyu transitioned into the short program "Ballade No. 1," performed during the PyeongChang Olympics, where he won the gold medal. He dazzled the audience with a quadruple Salchow and a triple Axel (a three-and-a-half rotation jump), creating an exciting atmosphere. Following the first Ice Story, "GIFT," and the second, "RE_PRAY," Hanyu once again took on the role of performer and general producer, with MIKIKO directing. This time, Hanyu himself crafted the story, which explores the themes of life's journey and growth, questioning the essence of "life" and "living." Set list: 2024.12.08 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20241207-OHT1T51186.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241208143920/https://hochi.news/articles/20241207-OHT1T51186.html?page=1 "I'm glad to be born" - 14,000 people celebrate Yuzuru Hanyu's 30th birthday on the first day of the tour On the 7th, the day of his 30th birthday, professional skater Yuzuru Hanyu kicked off his new tour, "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR" at Saitama Super Arena in Saitama. In front of a packed house of 14,000 fans, he performed 15 songs over 2 hours and 50 minutes. During the encore, the audience sang "Happy Birthday to You," and Hanyu expressed his joy. "The future will be even better than I imagine." With hope, his 30s began.

2024.12.07 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20241206-OHT1T51227.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241206224613/https://hochi.news/articles/20241206-OHT1T51227.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu celebrates his 30th birthday today with the "Echoes of Life" tour. Countdown final episode Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu celebrated his 30th birthday on the 7th. On the same day, the third installment of his ice story, Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR, opened at the Saitama Super Arena. In the final installment of the countdown series, reporter Megumi Takagi reflects on Hanyu’s "life beyond 30" through her interview notes.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.07 Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20241206-OHT1T51227.html?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241206224613/https://hochi.news/articles/20241206-OHT1T51227.html?page=1 Yuzuru Hanyu celebrates his 30th birthday today with the "Echoes of Life" tour. Countdown final episode Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu celebrated his 30th birthday on the 7th. On the same day, the third installment of his ice story, Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR, opened at the Saitama Super Arena. In the final installment of the countdown series, reporter Megumi Takagi reflects on Hanyu’s "life beyond 30" through her interview notes.

"Kogaito is a photographer who tries to capture the inner side of his subjects" - Yuzuru Hanyu (from this book) This book features beautiful gravure photos taken especially for this book! Don't miss Yuzuru Hanyu's monologue! Info: https://www.yamakei.co.jp/products/2824550260.html Author: Mitsuru Tanaka Photographed by Yoshiki Kogaito Release date: December 17, 2024 Details:

*Article is in English, but would like to archive it here since it has a lovely portion about Yuzu* Source: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2018/08/21/figure-skating/choreography-legend-david-wilson-man-demand/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240806021826/https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2018/08/21/figure-skating/choreography-legend-david-wilson-man-demand/ Choreography legend David Wilson a man in demand Sometimes in life we encounter a person who is a veritable force of nature. Dynamic, honest, emotional. The kind of individual that stops you in your tracks. David Wilson is one of those people. After a short time with Wilson you feel like you have known him forever. He possesses a charm that is disarming and the ability to laugh at himself. Wilson is a visionary whose clients have enjoyed success at the highest levels. Genuine is the word that best describes him. The Canadian sat down recently for an exclusive interview with Ice Time and talked about his work with Yuzuru Hanyu, his relationship with Yuna Kim, and how he became one of the best choreographers in the history of skating.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.07 Source: https://digital.kyodonews.jp/deepedge/comment/87490/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241207184037/https://digital.kyodonews.jp/deepedge/comment/87490/ "I was able to welcome my 30s in a different way than when I thought, '30, I'm an old man.'" From now on, my experience, senses, and techniques will finally reach their peak. I can still do more." Yuzuru Hanyu's full comments after the premiere of "Echoes of Life" Yuzuru Hanyu - Full Comments After the Premiere of "Echoes of Life" December 7, 2024, Saitama Super Arena

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.07 Source: https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/9382/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241208160903/https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/9382/ Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" Tour kicks off in Saitama Yuzuru Hanyu's self-produced and directed Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR kicked off on December 7, which coincided with his 30th birthday, at the Saitama Super Arena. Following "GIFT" and "RE_PRAY," this marks the third installment of the ICE STORY series. For this edition, Hanyu starts from a near-future dystopian, post-civilization world and explores various philosophical questions such as "What does it mean to live?" "What is 'I'?" and "What is fate?" The world is portrayed through a polished and diverse program along with visuals, while the story is narrated by Hanyu himself. One highlight is at the end of the first act, where Hanyu skates to five classical piano pieces, performing passages that are both noble and rich in variation. The final part features a full performance of "Ballad No. 1." This program, which combines skating, art, and philosophy, crystallizes the beautiful moments Hanyu has reached in his career. At the end of the performance, after receiving birthday wishes from the audience singing "Happy Birthday," Hanyu, dressed in a T-shirt, performed "Let Me Entertain You," "Ashura-chan," and "SEIMEI." The final moments of the show were accompanied by "I Am the Strongest," as Hanyu completed a lap around the rink with a fulfilled smile. The next page features a full interview conducted after the performance.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.07 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326481 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241212025133/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326481 Yuzuru Hanyu's Tour Kicks Off on His 30th Birthday, Long Queues Already Forming at the Venue... Some Booths Have Wait Times Over an Hour Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (30), who has won two consecutive Olympic gold medals, is producing and directing the third installment of his ice story, "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd - Echoes of Life - TOUR." Ahead of the tour's opening, long queues have already formed around the venue. Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326514 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241212170530/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326514 Yuzuru Hanyu's "30th Birthday" Performance: Realizing There is Room for Improvement in His Own Skating, "I Can Still Do More" Yuzuru Hanyu, the figure skater who achieved back-to-back Olympic gold medals, feels that there is still room for growth in his skating. Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326521 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241209175320/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/326521 Yuzuru Hanyu's third performance tour begins... His "attention to detail" in song selection: "A lot of songs that make you feel dignified" Olympic two-time gold medalist and professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu revealed the attention to detail he puts into his music selections.

*machine translation, inaccuracies exist* 2024.12.07 Source: https://the-ans.jp/news/487305/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241207110908/https://the-ans.jp/news/487305/ Yuzuru Hanyu kicks off nationwide tour on his 30th birthday, "It's my birthday! Yay!" The packed crowd cheers him on and sings him a birthday song in return The third installment of the Ice Story series, "ICE STORY 3rd -Echoes of Life- TOUR," starring and executive produced by Yuzuru Hanyu, a professional skater who won consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating at Sochi in 2014 and Pyeongchang in 2018, kicked off at Saitama Super Arena on the 7th. It will be held at the same venue on the 9th and 11th, and will continue on the national tour, visiting Hiroshima in January and Chiba in February. Hanyu's soulful skating, which was his 30th birthday, drew a standing ovation from the packed audience. Source: https://the-ans.jp/news/487304/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241210004749/https://the-ans.jp/news/487304/ Yuzuru Hanyu: "30 years old was completely different from what I imagined" National tour begins on his birthday "If you compare it to baseball or soccer, it's the time when I'm in my prime" [Full text of the interview] The third installment of the Ice Story series, "ICE STORY 3rd -Echoes of Life- TOUR," starring and executive produced by Yuzuru Hanyu, a professional skater who won consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating at Sochi in 2014 and Pyeongchang in 2018, kicked off at Saitama Super Arena on the 7th. It will be held at the same venue on the 9th and 11th, and will continue on the national tour, visiting Hiroshima in January and Chiba in February. Hanyu, who turned 30 on this day, said in a press conference, "It was completely different from what I imagined."

2024.12.07 Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202412070001216.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241209014057/https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202412070001216.html Yuzuru Hanyu's 30th birthday premiere "Setlist" captivated with 15 songs, including a piano collection of five short pieces On the 7th, Yuzuru Hanyu, the two-time Winter Olympic figure skating men's champion and in his third year as a professional, celebrated his 30th birthday and kicked off his national tour for the solo ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd – Echoes of Life – TOUR" at the Saitama Super Arena. Set List: 1. First Pulse 2. 産声～めぐり (First Echo and Circulation) 3. Utai IV ~Reawakening 4. Mass Destruction－Reload－ 5. ピアノコレクション (Piano Collection) i. 6Pieces for Piano, Op. 118:No.3,Ballade in G Minor.Allegro energio ii. The Well－Tempered Clavier,Book 1:No2,Prelude and Fugue in C Minor, BWV 847 iii. Keyboard Sonata in D Minor,K.141 iv. 12Etudes, Op. 25: No. 12 in C Minor "Ocean" v. 12Etudes, Op. 10: No. 4 in C－Sharp Minor "Torrent" 6. Ballade No.1 in G Miner,Op.23 7. Goliath (2024Remix) 8. アクアの旅路（Piano Solo Ver.）(Aqua's Journey) 9. Eclipse／blue 10. GATE OF STEINER－Aesthetics on Ice 11. Danny Boy 12. 全ての人の魂の詩 (Hymn of the Soul) EC1. Let Me Entertain You EC2. 阿修羅ちゃん (Ashura chan) EC3. SEIMEI This performance is the third installment of the "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY" series, overseen by the executive producer. Following "GIFT at Tokyo Dome" and "RE_PRAY TOUR," it will continue its unique storytelling with seven performances across three cities until February next year. [Jun Kinoshita] 2024.12.07 Source: https://olympics.com/en/news/hanyu-yuzuru-echoes-of-life-opening-show Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20241208161815/https://olympics.com/en/news/hanyu-yuzuru-echoes-of-life-opening-show Hanyu Yuzuru celebrates turning 30 with 'Echoes of Life' opening On his birthday, the Olympic champion raises the curtain on his latest solo show at Saitama Super Arena to pose the question of what it means to live.

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