yuzurujenn

*Machine translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2024.07.19 Source: https://mainichi.jp/articles/20240719/spp/sp0/004/047000c / https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/07/19/kiji/20240718s00079000374000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240719070320/https://mainichi.jp/articles/20240719/spp/sp0/004/047000c  / https://web.archive.org/web/20240719071816/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/07/19/kiji/20240718s00079000374000c.html  Yuzuru Hanyu's determination: 3rd year as a professional, the legend moves to a new chapter - putting his soul into the cycle 　 Yuzuru Hanyu (29), a consecutive Olympic champion in men's figure skating and an active professional skater, celebrated his second year as a professional on the 19th. He has successfully completed a number of solo performances, all of which are unprecedented for an ice show, including his first solo tour "Prologue," the Tokyo Dome tour "GIFT," and his second year "RE_PRAY." Now in his third year as a professional, and turning 30 in December, he spoke at length about his two-year trajectory and future possibilities. The following is a Q&A. Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/07/19/kiji/20240718s00079000370000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240719072301/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/07/19/kiji/20240718s00079000370000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu’s two-year journey as a professional (1)] From a “state of uncertainty” to a “clear understanding” of the basis of the expression he seeks Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/07/19/kiji/20240718s00079000371000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240719093257/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/07/19/kiji/20240718s00079000371000c.html [Yuzuru Hanyu’s two-year journey as a professional skater (2)] “A prayer for life” is at the heart of what he wants to express Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/07/19/kiji/20240718s00079000372000c.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240719100620/https://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2024/07/19/kiji/20240718s00079000372000c.html  [Yuzuru Hanyu’s two-year journey as a professional (3)] Turning 30 in December: “I’ve become clearer about the core of my life”

Written interviews published on his 2-years journey as a professional skater.

*Official English translation from the website* Source: https://www.1101.com/n/s/yuzuru_hanyu2024_en/index.html No matter when the world might end: Yuzuru Hanyu x Shigesato Itoi It all started when Yuzuru Hanyu said he was a MOTHER 2 fan on a TV program. This brought about the kind of discussion you only dream about. Not in a cliche way, but really and truly an amazing thing. Last December, Yuzuru Hanyu and Shigesato Itoi met in a studio in Sendai and talked about all kinds of things for two hours. We’re pleased to be able to bring you that discussion. Photography: Toru Yaguchi Clothing: tk.TAKEO KIKUCHI Part 1: A way to be more like those I look up to Part 2: Thinking about it before I get there Part 3: Delivering voices from disaster-stricken areas Part 4: In terms of MOTHER 2 Part 5: Margins, expressions, and scores Part 6: Figure skating is hard Part 7: Within a limited time Part 8: People who look back 100 years from now Part 9: Confusing things, catchy things Part 10: No matter when the world might end Part 11: Normal is admirable Part 12: Thankful for games

Info: https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/6196/ https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/backnumber/wfs100/ BTS Video: https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/6632/2/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Machine translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2024.02.29 Source: https://weibo.com/5437806211/OaN8SCn0A Now, as a famous figure skater, what range does he aim for as a performer? A long interview with Yuzuru Hanyu who just finished his "RE_PRAY" Saga performance! Yuzuru Hanyu, a figure skater who has won two consecutive Olympic Games championships and achieved a Super Grand Slam has achieved many great achievements. In July 2022, Hanyu held a press conference to express his decision to retire from competition and enter his professional career. Since then, he has successively held solo performances in which he skated the entire show, the first Tokyo Dome performance in the history of figure skating, a performance full of requiem and prayer, and his first tour, showing the world his versatile and active figure. The figure skating performance that Hanyu puts his soul into is opening up a new dimension of figure skating with specifications that far exceed expectations. Yuzuru Hanyu, who continues to challenge himself as an athlete, once again talked about his sincere thoughts on figure skating.

Satoko and Takahito are the correct ones. Unfortunately Japanese kanji names are pretty confusing, they can be read in multiple ways hence auto-translations don't work properly.

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2024.09.15 Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202409150001171.html Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240915122102/https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202409150001171.html https://web.archive.org/web/20240915135516/https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202409150001171.html?Page=2 https://web.archive.org/web/20240915141509/https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202409150001171.html?Page=3 https://web.archive.org/web/20240915142225/https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202409150001171.html?Page=4 Info: https://www.tvkanazawa.co.jp/event/notocharity [Figure Skating] Yuzuru Hanyu’s Thoughts on the Noto Reconstruction Support Show: “Delivering a wave of energy from this place” – Full Comments On the 15th, a charity performance titled "Challenge" to support the reconstruction of the Noto Peninsula was held in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture. The event featured Yuzuru Hanyu (29), two-time Olympic gold medalist in men's figure skating, along with other skaters such as Takahito Mura, Akiko Suzuki, and Satoko Miyahara. They collaborated with the traditional Japanese drum group Taiko Toranosuke and the calligraphy club of Noto High School to create a performance aimed at supporting those affected by the severe damage from the January Noto Peninsula earthquake. Due to venue constraints, the show was livestreamed, and the proceeds from both the live and on-demand streams will be donated to Ishikawa Prefecture. After the performance, the four skaters spoke with the media. Here are their comments:

2024.09.14 - 2024.09.15 Source: https://docomo-mirai.tda.docomo.ne.jp/field/report/yuzuru-hanyu_2401/ Info: https://www.tvkanazawa.co.jp/event/notocharity Experience the world of professional figure skating. A close look at the experience event "Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance"! On Saturday, September 14th and Sunday, September 15th, 2024, we invited 20 elementary school students from Ishikawa, Fukui, and Toyama prefectures to an event where they could experience the world of professional figure skating! On the first day, there was a skating class and a behind-the-scenes look at a live broadcast, and on the second day, the "Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance - Challenge" was held, where they could watch the performances of professional figure skaters including Yuzuru Hanyu up close. 1. With Yuzuru Hanyu and Satoko Miyahara as instructors! A skating class full of smiles 2. Learn what goes on behind the scenes at live broadcasts! Sneak peek into TV Kanazawa 3. A roundtable discussion with Hanyu and Miyahara will also be held! Charity performance viewing

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist* 2024.09.12 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/316414?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240911235143/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/316414?page=1 "Is there anything I can do for Noto?" Yuzuru Hanyu's thoughts on the disaster-stricken area; charity performance to be held on the 15th.

2024.09.12 Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/316414?page=1 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240911235143/https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/316414?page=1 "Is there anything I can do for Noto?" Yuzuru Hanyu's thoughts on the disaster-stricken area; charity performance to be held on the 15th.

SEP 2024 3/9: https://lasisa.net/post/72488 [Hanyu Yuzuru] Sexy... Showing off "bare skin jacket" "Newly taken" photoBook & panel exhibition in progress 4/9: https://realsound.jp/book/2024/09/post-1769036.html Yuzuru Hanyu 2nd Anniversary Exhibition as a Professional Athlete *From Noto charity show* 15/9 https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202409150001171.html https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/316820 https://www.daily.co.jp/general/2024/09/15/0018122959.shtml https://hochi.news/articles/20240915-OHT1T51128.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20240915-OHT1T51223.html?page=1 https://hochi.news/articles/20240915-OHT1T51262.html https://hochi.news/articles/20240915-OHT1T51250.html https://olympics.com/en/news/hanyu-yuzuru-back-kanazawa-figure-skating-earthquake (archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240916063539/https://olympics.com/en/news/hanyu-yuzuru-back-kanazawa-figure-skating-earthquake) https://newsdig.tbs.co.jp/articles/mro/1429300?display=1 16/9 https://hochi.news/articles/20240915-OHT1T51293.html?page=1 (archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240916062543/https://hochi.news/articles/20240915-OHT1T51293.html?page=1) https://wedge.ismedia.jp/articles/-/35131?page=4&layout=b (archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240916061937/https://wedge.ismedia.jp/articles/-/35131?page=4&layout=b) https://thedigestweb.com/topics_detail13/id=86084 https://www.ninomiyasports.com/archives/126358 (archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240916063821/https://www.ninomiyasports.com/archives/126358) https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/316871 https://www.ninomiyasports.com/archives/126365 17/9: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/316955 21/9: https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/8695/ https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/8695/2/ https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/8695/3/ Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240921092716/https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/8695/ https://web.archive.org/web/20240921092804/https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/8695/2/ https://web.archive.org/web/20240921092856/https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/8695/3/ 27/9: https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/83401 (archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240927071008/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/83401) https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/83401?page=2 (archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240927071208/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/83401?page=2) https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/83401?page=3 (archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240927071526/https://jbpress.ismedia.jp/articles/-/83401?page=3)

2024.08.30 Source: https://www.kateigaho.com/article/detail/177647 Alternative source (CN): https://weibo.com/5437806211/Ov6fSqbGO Info: https://www.kateigaho.com/article/detail/177345 "Kateigaho" 800th commemorative issue · Ryojun Shionuma x Yuzuru Hanyu: The Meaning of Life "Unmoved by the eight winds, sitting upright on the purple lotus - The words of the soul that give life the power of enlightenment" serialization In the 800th commemorative issue of this magazine, a miraculous special conversation was realized. Ryojun Shionuma, the abbot of Jigenji Temple in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, and Yuzuru Hanyu, a legendary figure skater who has repeatedly reached the peak of the figure skating world and has engraved his name and left countless milestones in its history. The two of them have always been regarded as the beacon of hope by people, and the profound yet light-hearted communication between them has the power to illuminate our way forward. The meaning of life, the way to accept pain, and other words of the soul that are relevant now will all be conveyed to you in this conversation.

2024.08.30 Source: https://www.chunichi.co.jp/article/950917 Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20240831154129/https://www.chunichi.co.jp/article/950917 A special conversation between Yuzuru Hanyu and Daiajari Ryojun Shionuma on the theme of "The meaning of life" is published across 12 pages in the October issue of Kateigaho, on sale today.

Unfortunately this tweet was deleted at the request of the publisher. However, with Pep's permission, I've added the text in the interview compilation here: (sorry if links get messed up over time, I may sometimes re-arrange them to make sure the interviews are sorted chronologically)

2024.08.29 Translations by Pep: https://x.com/pep_on_ Source: Figure Skating Life Extra "PROFESSIONAL Season 2, pg 124-128 Info: https://x.com/fskating_Life/status/1828953371572846812 The World of "Sekkisei Miyabi" & Yuzuru Hanyu's Beauty Yuzuru Hanyu is the global muse of KOSE's "Sekkisei Miyabi." With both Hanyu and the brand relentlessly pursuing beauty towards their ideal, a new advertisement has been created. Enjoy the profound and mystical worldview they present. Source: Figure Skating Life Extra "PROFESSIONAL Season 2, pg 48-49 The Underlying Thoughtfulness in Yuzuru Hanyu's Expression, His Empathy Toward Others By photographer: Toru Yaguchi

2024.08.29 Source: Figure Skating Life Extra "PROFESSIONAL Season 2, pg 92-95 Info: https://x.com/fskating_Life/status/1828953371572846812 Interview: TANAKA KEIJI The depth of his dedication to his performance is like he's putting his life into it As peers who have spent their second year as professionals, with a common bond, we asked him about his thoughts on skating. Text by Yumeko Yamamoto Source: Figure Skating Life Extra "PROFESSIONAL Season 2, pg 96-99 Interview: YAMAMOTO SOTA I really admire his passion for the moment This year, they once again performed together on "Fantasy on Ice." What is the secret of the ‘aura’ that Yamamoto felt? Text by Yumeko Yamamoto

2024.08.29 Translations by Pep: https://x.com/pep_on_ Source: Figure Skating Life Extra "PROFESSIONAL Season 2, pg 117-120 Info: https://x.com/fskating_Life/status/1828953371572846812 Interview: MAO DAICHI The way he skates is really special "The one chosen by the Gods" We asked Mao Daichi, who co-starred in "Carmina Burana" for "notte stellata", about the story behind their first collaboration. "Experiencing Yuzuru Hanyu's New Creation "RE_PRAY" as a "Player" By Fumofumo Column (pg 105-111) Fumofumo Editor-in-Chief (https://x.com/fumofumocolumn/status/1830380364579422228) Sports blogger and columnist. I engage in various support activities filled with love for sports every day through my blog "Sports Watching and Telling - Fumofumo Column."

2024.08.29 Source: Figure Skating Life Extra "PROFESSIONAL Season 2, pg 50-65 Translation by Pep: https://x.com/pep_on_ Info: https://x.com/fskating_Life/status/1828953371572846812 Alternative translation from me: https://www.tumblr.com/yuzurujenn/761062243828924416/20240829-fs-life-extra-x-yuzuru-hanyu Interview: HANYU YUZURU "I realized that there was still so much potential" Hanyu has now completed his second year as a professional athlete. Having completed his first solo tour, "RE_PRAY," he appears to have explored and elevated his expression to a higher level both as a producer and as an artist. However, the responses he spoke of were unexpected. From this valuable long interview, we explore where Hanyu Yuzuru is now in his third year as a professional and the state he is aiming for. (Interviewed in Sendai on June 17, 2024) Text by Yumeko Yamamoto; Photos by Toru Yaguchi; Styling by Shogo Yanagi, Hair & Make by Tomomi Kakizaki

AUG 2024 12/8: https://nishispo.nishinippon.co.jp/article/853983 AIPS Top Male Athletes of the Century 20/8: https://saga.keizai.biz/headline/1911/ Saga prefecture economic ripple effect 23/8: https://news.line.me/detail/oa-aera/0834rz2nlsoc / https://web.archive.org/web/20240823121841/https://news.line.me/detail/oa-aera/0834rz2nlsoc AERA 24.08.12-19 No. 37, pg 9 30/8: https://www.chunichi.co.jp/article/950917 / https://web.archive.org/web/20240831154129/https://www.chunichi.co.jp/article/950917 KATEIGAHO 800th issue 2024.10 on sale

2019 Georgian series - "Without Address" M: "Figure skating competition is starting in 10 mins, Yuzuru Hanyu is there, let's go"

2019 Japanese drama - "No Side Game" episode 4 Full EP: https://blitzfansub.com/no-side-game-episode-4/ W: "If I could learn from Hanyu-kun, I'd start ice skating right now."

2018 Japanese manga - "Haru and Ao's Lunch Box" Chapter 8 Info: https://mechacomic.jp/books/128788?page=1 👩Before, you said you liked that figure skater, Han◯-kun, right? You said he was cool~ 👩‍🦰My feelings for Han◯-kun… he’s talented, works incredibly hard, and his forward-looking attitude is amazing! I really respect him.

2018 Japanese movie - "You, Your, Yours" (君が君で君だ) Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJmDI0KW8Ak M: "From today onward, you are Hanyu Yuzuru. As Hanyu-kun, you will become a soldier of our country."

2018 Japanese drama - "Hana Nochi Hare: HanaDan Next Season" (Boys Over Flowers Season 2) episode 3 Full EP: https://ww3.kissasian.video/watch/boys-over-flowers-season-2-hana-nochi-hare-hanadan/episode-3.html M: "As Hanyu Yuzuru says, frustration is a great driving force."

2018 Japanese drama - "Kuragehime" (Princess Jellyfish) episode 5 Full EP: https://ww.kissasia.cc/episode/princess-jellyfish-kuragehime-episode-5.html W: "This is a front row seating for men's figure skating at Pyeongchang Olympics. It's a premier ticket. Please cheer wholeheartedly for Hanyu-kun."

2017 Japanese drama - "Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu" episode 6 Full EP: https://ww.kissasia.cc/episode/totsuzen-desu-ga-ashita-kekkon-shimasu-episode-6.html M: "He looks like Hanyu Yuzuru." W: "That boy? That tall boy with a small face."