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2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* [Page 126-129] Event Report Publication Commemorative Online Lecture for the Book "Yuzuru Hanyu Through the Lens" Getting closer to the appeal of the subject, Yuzuru Hanyu: Over two hours of passionate discussion Yoshiki Kogaito Photographer, Sports Nippon Newspaper Photo & Video Department Mitsuru Tanaka Sports writer / Associate Professor, Shobi University An online talk was held on February 24 featuring sports writer Mitsuru Tanaka, author of the book "Yuzuru Hanyu Through the Lens: The Absolute Champion Seen by the Divine Photographer"[1] (published by our company), and the book’s central figure, Sports Nippon’s photographer Yoshiki Kogaito. Here we present part of the passionate discussion—which went over the scheduled two hours—as a special feature “Digest Edition.”

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* [Page 58-59] Photo & Column "Capturing the Heart" Yoshiki Kogaito A soul-stirring shot, where the shadows of god and his incarnation overlapped. This is a soul-stirring shot. It captures the final moment of "MANSAI Bolero," a collaboration between the principal skater Yuzuru Hanyu and guest Kyogen actor Mansai Nomura, from the ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2025."

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* [Page 108-115] Special Report Fantasy on Ice 2024 Turning the Rink into Outer Space. A Tribute to Gundam The excitement from one year ago still lingers vividly in memory. The Makuhari performance of Fantasy on Ice 2024, the figure skating show centered around Yuzuru Hanyu, opened on May 24, 2024, at Chiba’s Makuhari Messe, with the press in attendance. Now in his third year as a professional skater, Hanyu closed the show as the final act, delivering a spectacular collaboration with Takanori Nishikawa (also known as T.M.Revolution). For the first time, they unveiled a new program set to “Meteor,” an insert song from the anime series Mobile Suit Gundam SEED[1]. Under Nishikawa’s live vocals, the world of SEED came to life on the ice, transforming the Makuhari rink into the vast reaches of outer space.

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* [Page 92-99] Special Report Charity Performance for Noto Peninsula Earthquake Recovery Challenge~ On September 15, 2024, Yuzuru Hanyu performed in a show imbued with prayers for recovery from the earthquake that struck Ishikawa Prefecture on New Year’s Day of the same year. The event, titled the "Charity Performance for Noto Peninsula Earthquake Recovery," was held in Kanazawa City. It was streamed live exclusively nationwide via NTT Docomo’s video distribution service "Lemino," with more than 10,000 fans watching.

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* [Page 60-79] Special Report Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR Saitama Performance The Grand Theme of “Life,” Brought to Life by “Sound” The third instalment of Yuzuru Hanyu’s solo show, Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd "Echoes of Life" TOUR, opened on a clear day—December 7, 2024—at Saitama Super Arena. Following GIFT and RE_PRAY, this third ICE STORY performance, which he both starred in and oversaw as executive producer, unfolds a grand philosophical narrative exploring the meaning of "life," written by Yuzuru himself. Chiba Performance The Masterpiece "Ballade No. 1" Revived on the Final Day Yuzuru Hanyu’s third solo tour as a professional, "Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd 'Echoes of Life' TOUR," reached its grand finale on February 9 at 66 Arena Tokyo Bay in Chiba. After opening in Saitama in December 2024 and making a stop in Hiroshima, Hanyu brought the third chapter of ICE STORY to a close with this final Chiba performance, his seventh show in the tour. Filled with deep emotion, he grew visibly overwhelmed during the post-show mic performance.

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* [36-45] Special Report Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2025 The ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2025," led by Yuzuru Hanyu as zachou [座長, lead performer], was held from March 7 to 9 at the Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Rifu, Miyagi Prefecture. This year marks the 14th year since the Great East Japan Earthquake, in which Hanyu himself was affected. The show takes its title from the "sky full of stars" that Hanyu saw when he looked up at the sky on the night of the disaster. Since turning professional, he has held this show for three consecutive years. With prayers for the repose of the souls of those lost, a feeling of compassion[1], and the hope to shine even a small light of hope on those living in the affected areas, Hanyu poured these feelings into this performance. This year's show included a special collaboration with kyogen[2] master Mansai Nomura.

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* [Page 100-107] BOW AND ARROW -Yuzuru Hanyu Short Program Version Special Talk Behind the scenes of the making of the "BOW AND ARROW" music video, talking about Yuzuru Hanyu Created as the opening theme song for the TV anime Medalist, the music video for BOW AND ARROW, a collaboration between Kenshi Yonezu and Yuzuru Hanyu, garnered immense attention. How did such a miraculous collaboration come to be realized? We spoke to three of the creators involved in the video production —Mizuki Ohno, Kyotaro Hayashi, and Hiroshi Okuyama— to hear their passionate thoughts on the project.

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist. Additional notes added for context and interpretation.* [Page 86-91] Special Guest: [Speaking about Yuzuru Hanyu] Jeffrey Buttle -Soul and Passion in “Piano Collection” A new masterpiece has entered the history of figure skating through the ECHOES OF LIFE tour. “Piano Collection,” comprised of five piano pieces, was choreographed by Jeffrey Buttle. We spoke with him about the behind-the-scenes creative process. Text by Yukiko Ogawa and Tatsuya Murao

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist. Additional notes added for context and interpretation.* [Pages 80-85] Special Guest [Speaking about Yuzuru Hanyu] MIKIKO -The Chosen One, and His Mission Following GIFT and RE_PRAY, MIKIKO directed the third installment in the Ice Story series: Echoes of Life. We asked her about the creative process and background behind the show — and what she witnessed up close about Hanyu’s astonishing presence. Interview/Text by Tatsuya Murao

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* [Page 52-57] Special Guest [Talking about Yuzuru Hanyu] Akiko Suzuki -A Bond Connected by the Ice Rink Akiko Suzuki, who has performed in Notte Stellata for three consecutive years under the leadership of Yuzuru Hanyu, also handled the choreography for the opening and finale of the Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance. Having once based herself in Sendai and calling it her “second hometown,” Suzuki shares deep feelings toward recovery, which overlap with Hanyu’s. We asked her to speak about her thoughts on the show, and about the professionalism she witnessed up close in Yuzuru Hanyu.

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* [Page 46-51] Special Guest: [Speaking about Yuzuru Hanyu] Shae-Lynn Bourne The Stage of Thunderous Applause “MANSAI Bolero,” performed at “Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2025,” was met with thunderous applause. This piece beautifully fused classical music, kyogen (traditional Japanese comic theater), and figure skating to weave a story of recovery and rebirth following the earthquake disaster. We spoke with Shae-Lynn Bourne, who choreographed the on-ice performance, about the thoughts she poured into the program.*

2025.06.30 *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist. Additional notes added for context and interpretation.* “The Body Is the Beauty of the Soul.” Special Interview: Yuzuru Hanyu [Page 24-33] On March 10, professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu gave a solo interview to this magazine in Sendai. This time’s theme was: “The Evolution of the Body.” How has the flexible body that creates such high skating technique, such as his exemplary quadruple jumps, and the physicality and incredible stamina that have allowed him to complete solo performances three years in a row since turning pro, along with deepening expressive power, been cultivated through training and awareness? How does he view the body that, since his days as a competitive skater, has overcome numerous injuries and become an unshakable foundation for captivating through his figure skating? At the end of the interview, Hanyu carefully wrote in neat script on a square sheet of paper (shikishi board): “The body[1] is, the soul’s beauty.”

QUADRUPLE AXEL 2025 YUZURU HANYU SPECIAL Released: June 30, 2025 128 pages More information about the edition: https://www.yamakei.co.jp/products/2825908160.html Magazine available in digital and printing format on Amazon Japan: https://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/463590816X/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=yamatokeikokusha-22&linkCode=as2&camp=247&creative=1211&creativeASIN=463590816X (send me a DM @Wintek if you want to learn how to order the digital version) Contents [Yuzuru Hanyu Special Photo Gallery] [Exclusive Interview] ✓ Yuzuru Hanyu “The body is the beauty of the soul.” [Talking about Yuzuru Hanyu] ✓ Shae-Lean Bourne "The Stage of Thunderous Applause" ✓ Akiko Suzuki "A bond that connects on a silver board" ✓ Mikiko “The Chosen One, that mission.” ✓ Jeffrey Battle "Piano Collection of Souls and Passions" [Special Roundtable Discussion] ✓ "BOW AND ARROW" behind the scenes of the MV production Mizuki Ohno × Koitaro Okuyama × Daishi Okuyama [Ice Show Report] ✓ Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2025 ✓ Yuzuru Hanyu Ice Story 3rd "Echoes of Life" Tour ✓ Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance ✓ Fantasy on Ice 2024 [Photos and Columns] ✓ Yoshiki Kogaito “Capturing the Heart” [Special project] "Yuzuru Hanyu through the lens" Unpublished Photo Gallery [Event Report] ✓ Mitsuru Tanaka × Yoshiki Kogaito Online Lectures

[2025.06.29] *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* Daily Sports https://www.daily.co.jp/general/2025/06/29/0019163915.shtml?pg=2 Yuzuru Hanyu: The boundary [1] between on and off the ice emerged during a philosophical dialogue: "It was fun. But I'm seriously mulling things over.[2]" Professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu (30) took part in a "philosophical dialogue" in which questions are deepened through conversation. His dialogue partner was writer and philosopher Rei Nagai (33). Hanyu, who says he has been interested in philosophical questions since childhood, discovered Nagai's book while working on the creation of his ice show. From questions about "what is consciousness" in skating, to reflections on the term "person directly affected" in the context of disaster, the dialogue brought to light parts of Hanyu's thinking that have been shaped on and off the ice.

[2025.06.29] *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* Source: https://deepedgeplus.kyodonews.jp/column/philosophizing-yuzuruhanyu/110325/ [Yuzuru Hanyu Reflects ①] A lecture from his university days that he remembered when writing the story for "Echoes of Life": "I have thought about many things throughout my life"

[2025.06.28] *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* Source: X: https://x.com/DeepEdgePlus/status/1938741460591108293 YouTube: https://t.co/zMMJwnHAmM Instagram: https://t.co/V0B8accYuZ Q: How did you feel about doing a philosophical dialogue for the first time? A: It was more than I had expected. I realized that there are many questions in various parts of our lives, and I’ve been wondering about so many things more than I had realized. It felt like, even though everyone might not notice it, everyone has some kind of lingering discomfort deep inside their hearts. I think that everyone, somewhere deep inside, is seeking answers. I thought it would be great if many people could watch and reflect on it.

*Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* Please, do not comment under these posts to keep the flow of the reading -likes are appreciated :-) [2026.06.28] Source: DeepEdge Newsletter New Series: Yuzuru Hanyu Engaged in Thought (*). Starts on June 29th From December of last year to February of this year, Yuzuru Hanyu took on the role of executive producer and performer in the ice show Echoes of Life, which was based on a sci-fi-style story he wrote himself. One of the books he quoted in that work is Underwater Philosophers (Suichū no Tetsugakusha-tachi) by Rei Nagai, a philosopher and writer. Yuzuru Hanyu engaged in a dialogue with Rei Nagai, turning their attention to the questions and doubts they both encounter in daily life. Rather than rushing to answers, they waited for each other’s words, embraced silence at times... and, like diving underwater, they explored their thoughts and carefully searched for the right words. Kyodo News is distributing a full-page newspaper feature titled “Yuzuru Hanyu × Rei Nagai: A Philosophical Dialogue” to its member newspapers. It will be published starting June 29. Please check your local newspaper. Additionally, on Deep Edge Plus, a new series titled Yuzuru Hanyu in Thought will begin on the 29th, featuring detailed reflections from Hanyu on this dialogue. Stay tuned! (*) 思索 (shisaku) implies deep, philosophical reflection or contemplation. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Source: https://x.com/DeepEdgePlus/status/1938995243623571460 The philosophical dialogue between Yuzuru and Rei Nagai will be posted on DeepEdge Plus (it's a transcript of their conversation). It will be updated every 2 weeks approximately and lasts for about 3 months. The subscription to DeepEdge Plus is ¥500 monthly (US$3.5 approx). Philosophical Dialogue Not the kind of philosophy you learn in school, but a practice of speaking together about everyday questions like “What does it mean to work?”, questions that are close to us, yet difficult to answer. The goal isn’t to find a solution, but rather to listen, reflect, and speak in ways that challenge your assumptions and values. Recently, it has been adopted in schools, corporate training, and community programs. Rei Nagai Born in 1991 in Tokyo. In addition to her writing, she conducts philosophical dialogues in schools, companies, temples, museums, and municipalities. In 2024, she received the Watakushi, Tsumari Nobody Prize, an award commemorating the late writer Akiko Ikeda. Her latest book is Samishikute Gomen (“Sorry for Feeling Lonely”). She loves poetry, botanical gardens, and long, deliberate walks.

*Please do not reply in this thread. Machine translation, inaccuracies exist.* Yuzuru Hanyu and GUCCI: Tracing the origins of creativity A Great Step The wardrobe worn by professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu in this collaboration is a distillation of GUCCI’s refinement, dignity, and artisanal craftsmanship. In the sense that both Hanyu and the brand have left behind “great footprints” in the past, yet continue to move forward without pause, they share a common spirit. After the great success of his third solo ice story, Echoes of Life, which he has worked on since turning professional, Hanyu is now exploring ideas for what comes next. In this interview, he reflects on his daily life devoted to creation.

SPUR Magazine Publisher: Shueisha August Issue, released on June 23, 2025 Paper magazine: 950 Jp yen Digital magazine: 730 Jp yen (available on Amazon Japan) Yuzuru's feature is from page 34 to 41. 9 photos of Yuzuru's wearing Gucci and 1-page interview by Fumofumo (writer and long-time Hanyu supporter through his blog) SPUR is the best-selling fashion magazine from Japan. The magazine is aimed at fashion-conscious women with a strong intellectual curiosity. It mainly features fashionable and realistic fashion stories and high-quality reading material. It is popular among women with a keen sense of fashion, including information on fashion, models, brands, beauty, lifestyle, and stylish weddings. More information about the August Issue: https://spur.hpplus.jp/magazine/202508/Zy9S1w/?utm_campaign=ift.spur_magazine.twitter&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social

The manager of the fishery cooperative that Yuzu visited posted on the website where they sell some local products. I am so glad that the program brought renewed attention to them (and hopefully Ofunato in general, fisheries is a huge part of their livelihood and different industries and family businesses got affected). I made a thread on twitter with some ways to help, but a great way to help is actually sharing the link to the News Every video that was posted on NTV YouTube Channel, watching the video, giving a like and leaving a comment so that it gets engagement and becomes more visible on YouTube.

It's very, very easy! Just select the monthly subscription option. There is a promotion for first tims subscribers so it's only 300 yen the first month! You just need to provide your name, nationality, email and create a password to create the account, then you enter you credit card info.

*Machine translation, Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* Paid Article [1] Yuzuru Hanyu – “The Discovery of the 2-6-2 Rule”[2] Yuzuru Hanyu, Professional Skater 2025/06/09 We now live in an era where both the information we seek and the information we don’t seek are easily visible. The internet has rapidly spread, and social media has made it so that anyone can share information. On the other hand, fake news overflows, and during disasters, misinformation spreads. Precisely because we can easily “connect,[3]” I think the world has become one where it’s hard to know what to trust.

Yuzuru Hanyu – “The Discovery of the 2-6-2 Rule” Written by: Yuzuru Hanyu, Professional Skater 2025/06/09 Media: Bungeishunju Plus, Monthly Magazine Source: https://bunshun.jp/bungeishunju/articles/h10052 (paid article) More information: @YUZURUOfficial_ "If you'd like, please take a look, even just part of it! I hope it can become even a tiny hint for anyone feeling suffocated!"

Special Interview Encounter with Nova - On the "Echoes of Life" TOUR (P.27-30) On December 7 last year, Yuzuru Hanyu turned 30. Now in his third season as a professional skater, he continues to grow in presence. We spoke to him about his latest tour, "Echoes of Life." Interview and text by Takaomi Matsubara "I want to cherish most what moves my heart." Echoes of Life - A Journey of Growth with Nova Ice Show Report 1 Yuzuru Hanyu ICE STORY 3rd “Echoes of Life” TOUR (P.32) Following 2023’s GIFT and the 2023–2024 tour of RE_PRAY, the third chapter of Yuzuru Hanyu’s ICE STORY project, Echoes of Life, began on December 7, 2024, in Saitama. This report covers the opening performance at Saitama Super Arena and the final performance held on February 9, 2025, at LaLa Arena TOKYO-BAY in Chiba — A Story of “Life” and “Fate” Woven by Yuzuru Hanyu at 30 “Please, believe in it, accept it, and move forward.” Message from Yuzuru (February 9 – Chiba, Final Performance) (P.40) “I want to believe in my own heart and my own sense of justice, and keep moving straight forward.” Live Voice From the group interviews at the Saitama and Chiba shows, we bring you a carefully selected set of Hanyu’s words (P.42) Saitama Performance (Dec 7, 2024 / Saitama Super Arena) Chiba Performance (Feb 9, 2025 / LaLa arena TOKYO-BAY) Special Interview Jeffrey Buttle "Piano Collection[1]" & "Ballade No. 1". (P. 44-45) We spoke with choreographer Jeffrey Buttle about his work on two highlights of the "Echoes of Life" TOUR - "Piano Collection" and "Ballade No. 1". Interview & Text: Akiko Tamura "Notte Stellata" The exhibition program "Notte Stellata," which also lends its name to the show itself. Performed to a piece titled in Italian meaning "Starry Night Sky," it was dedicated as a prayer for repose. Ice Show Report 2: Yuzuru Hanyu Notte Stellata 2025 (P.46) From March 7th to 9th, 2025, "Yuzuru Hanyu Notte Stellata 2025" was held at Sekisui Heim Super Arena in Miyagi. Together with fellow professional skaters and special guest Mansai Nomura, Yuzuru brought hope to the disaster-stricken region. Yuzuru Hanyu × Mansai Nomura: A Dance of Prayer by Seekers of Truth “If this becomes the opportunity that leads you to offer support, I would be truly happy” Message from Yuzuru Hanyu (P.56) Live Voice Mansai Nomura (P. 58–59) This was Mansai Nomura’s first time performing in an ice show. At the group press interview, he reflected on his experience collaborating with Hanyu. Live Voice Yuzuru Hanyu ‘MANSAI Bolero’ and ‘SEIMEI’ What are Hanyu’s thoughts about the two programs? Special Column 3rd Year of notte stellata (P.60) Alongside “ICE STORY,” “Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata” has become a lifelong work for professional skater Yuzuru Hanyu. We look back on the third performance and explore Hanyu’s thoughts. By Takao Matsubara “I skated while thinking, ‘I want to deliver this to everyone.’” Special Report Noto Peninsula Earthquake Reconstruction Support Charity Performance —Challenge— (P. 62-63) On September 15, 2024, a charity show was held in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, to support recovery from the Noto Peninsula earthquake. Yuzuru Hanyu and other performers joined local people in delivering hope through their performances. Photos: Toru Yaguchi Live Voice Words Delivered to the Disaster Area (P. 68–69) In a press conference held after the performance, the skaters shared their thoughts on what they poured into their performances. Special Interview Yuzuru Hanyu × Haier / AQUA A Shared Passion for Relentless Challenge (P.70) Yuzuru Hanyu has been appointed brand ambassador for home appliance brands Haier and AQUA. We spoke with Mr. Kazuaki Kajiyama, Executive Officer and CSO of AQUA Co., Ltd., and Head of the Strategic Division. Interview & Text: Editorial Department A Comrade Who Keeps the Flame of the Soul Burning Special Interview Costume Designer Taketoshi Hara Costume as a Stage Set (P.74-75) In the Haier/AQUA commercial, the blue and white outfits worn by Yuzuru Hanyu sparked much attention. We spoke with designer Taketoshi Hara, who was in charge of creating the costumes, about the intention behind the designs and stories from behind the scenes. Special Column The Path of a Professional Skater (P.92-93) Two and a half years have passed since Yuzuru Hanyu’s press conference in July 2022, where he announced his decision to become a professional skater. Since then, he has continued to walk a path unlike anyone else’s. Weaving the “ICE STORY” on a New Stage TRANSLATION NOTES: