General Yuzuru Chat

[Tee]

 

Shizuka is actually Yuzu changing his layout and Yuzuru is all of his fanyus 

[sweetwater]

26 minutes ago, LadySnowblood said:

I would love to read Brian's words... Seems like it could sell well in Japan as an English-learning title, with both languages side by side. I think the first time I read Norwegian Wood was in an edition like that. Maybe if it's popular enough!

I'd love to buy such a book. Learning English would be much easier if the textbook is filled with Yuzu-related episodes!

[rockstaryuzu]

7 hours ago, makebelieveup said:

 

Yeah that doesnt sound like something Yuzu would know how to say. it sounds too native?

It also isn't quite the right phrase for the situation. The "keep it up/cheer up" translations seem closer to the right kind of meaning. Here we Canadians might say "chin up/you'll get through this" for such a situation.

[SparkleSalad]

 

 

Fluffy bunny coming soon!

[rockstaryuzu]

7 hours ago, Salior said:

I translated the whole excerpt from the Chinese source, please let me know if there's any better translations I can put in! 

https://yuzuru-hanyu-central.tumblr.com/post/179628174489/team-brian-translations-yuzurus-tribute-to

 

Brian Orser’s father passed away on 3rd March 2017, he didn’t tell anyone about it, and continued to work at TCC as if nothing happened. 

 

“Yuzuru seemed to notice something different about me, which is quite remarkable. Usually during practice, Yuzuru is very focused on himself, paying attention to the training content, his own body, or the techniques, so during practice he wouldn’t normally talk with other skaters or rest. But at that time, Yuzuru would observe my expression and empathise with me. Yuzuru had been through the earthquake disaster in Japan, perhaps that’s why he is so sensitive to others’ loss. So at that time as I felt heavy-hearted, Yuzuru felt the same, and he’d watch me from far away as I secretly grieve/let out a sigh. 

 

At the beginning, I thought Yuzuru’s sensitivity was my own imagination, after all I was so upset that my worldview changed. More importantly, for Yuzuru and Javier, the World Championships before the Olympic Games is approaching, and both of them would often talk about the competition. For Yuzuru, winning the title of the the Defending World Champion before the Olympics is very important, and Yuzuru really did it. I’m so proud of him. There’s nothing better than this leading to the Olympic Games. 

 

Both of them participated in the gala. Usually I’d leave early without watching the gala, but this time I watched both their performances at the rink site. 

 

Yuzuru’s exhibition is the swan-themed “Notte Stellata”. It’s choreographed by David Wilson, one of our choreographers in Team Brian, for the jumps there’s only a single axel and a triple axel. It’s done such that everyone will be able to enjoy Yuzuru’s gorgeous skating, it’s a stunning program. The program depicts a dying swan spreading its wings once again, till that day Yuzuru skated it with the image of the recovery of the disaster area in mind. That day, Yuzuru portrayed a white swan that is more beautiful and gentle than any other. 

 

Later, something surprising happened. After the performance, Yuzuru returned to the rink site, and told me “I was thinking about Brian’s father while skating”. 

 

Yuzuru performed a tribute to my late father. I was surprised that Yuzuru who usually doesn’t talk much, expressed condolence to my father with such clarity. From this program, he conveyed the message to me so that I can cheer up/pull myself together again. For me, who still haven’t gotten over my father’s death, that moment brought a very big change from the bottom of my heart. 

 

It’s been 6 years since I worked with Yuzuru as a coach and student. I thought that we understood each other and formed the strongest team, but this was the first time that made me feel that Yuzuru is supporting me by my side. 

 

The 2nd Olympic Games that Yuzuru will face together with me is approaching in 10 months. For the upcoming Olympic Games, I’ve resolved from the bottom of my heart, that no matter how difficult things may come in our way, I will stride forward with Yuzuru. 

 

Of course I never would’ve thought that I would experience such a spectacular Olympic season. Not just as a coach, as a friend, a human being, I will promise to support Yuzuru the best I can.”

 

***

 

Some Weibo comments that I thought was heartfelt: 

 

"People often talk about empathy, it seemed like it's a psychological term. A person who is sensitive, would gently, silently think about you, they won't rush up to you to comfort you, but they would show their concern through their actions. Someone who doesn't make you feel smothered at all, he might really be an angel, else how would every fibre of him show such kindness and gentleness." 

 

"Those who are sensitive are often fragile, as a protect mechanism they often isolate themselves when they are sad, but never once did he ignore the distress of those around him. A twenty-plus year old person, from where did he get so much love and kindness..." 

 

 

 

 

My goodness. That's beautiful. 

[SparkleSalad]

New?

 

 

[BWOZWaltz]

3 hours ago, SparkleSalad said:

New?

 

 

 

Enquire within: Worker wanted

 

Job title: Sleep consultant 

 

Job description: Analyse and assess individual sleeping pattern and help design the best sleeping system for people with diverse backgrounds/needs

 

Remuneration: Get to watch over the world top athlete snuggles into the best sleeping system that the company offers

 

Anyone interested?

 

[LeadenMyr]

14 hours ago, makebelieveup said:

Yuzu and Brian are srrly coach-student relationship goals. I love their father-son relationship. Brian once said he has the best job in the world and Im sure he does. I mean every parent in Japan must want their child to grow up like Yuzuru Hanyu and tbh, there was a time I wish I could adopt a child and raise him or her like Yuzu...and then I know thats a wrong thought and lets not go there lol back to my point. Then there is Brian, who may not have a child but has coached many olympic champions in his life. And Yuzu, who is now only living with his mother, gets that indirect father figure from Brian. 

 

Btw, I just watched Johnny and Tara's video about Yuzu's comeback. Johnny was almost tearing up when he said he cant believe someone like Yuzu would think of little old him. awww

Yes seriously I was tearing up a little too, Johnny seemed so moved 

[LeadenMyr]

12 hours ago, Salior said:

I translated the whole excerpt from the Chinese source, please let me know if there's any better translations I can put in! 

https://yuzuru-hanyu-central.tumblr.com/post/179628174489/team-brian-translations-yuzurus-tribute-to

 

Brian Orser’s father passed away on 3rd March 2017, he didn’t tell anyone about it, and continued to work at TCC as if nothing happened. 

 

“Yuzuru seemed to notice something different about me, which is quite remarkable. Usually during practice, Yuzuru is very focused on himself, paying attention to the training content, his own body, or the techniques, so during practice he wouldn’t normally talk with other skaters or rest. But at that time, Yuzuru would observe my expression and empathise with me. Yuzuru had been through the earthquake disaster in Japan, perhaps that’s why he is so sensitive to others’ loss. So at that time as I felt heavy-hearted, Yuzuru felt the same, and he’d watch me from far away as I secretly grieve/let out a sigh. 

 

At the beginning, I thought Yuzuru’s sensitivity was my own imagination, after all I was so upset that my worldview changed. More importantly, for Yuzuru and Javier, the World Championships before the Olympic Games is approaching, and our conversations would revolve around the competition. For Yuzuru, winning the title of the the Defending World Champion before the Olympics is very important, and Yuzuru really did it. I’m so proud of him. There’s nothing better than this leading to the Olympic Games. 

 

Both of them participated in the gala. Usually I’d leave early without watching the gala, but this time I watched both their performances at the rink site. 

 

Yuzuru’s exhibition is the swan-themed “Notte Stellata”. It’s choreographed by David Wilson, one of our choreographers in Team Brian, for the jumps there’s only a single axel and a triple axel. It’s done such that everyone will be able to enjoy Yuzuru’s gorgeous skating, it’s a stunning program. The program depicts a dying swan spreading its wings once again, till that day Yuzuru skated it with the image of the recovery of the disaster area in mind. That day, Yuzuru portrayed a white swan that is more beautiful and gentle than any other. 

 

Later, something surprising happened. After the performance, Yuzuru returned to the rink site, and told me “I was thinking about Brian’s father while skating”. 

 

Yuzuru performed a tribute to my late father. I was surprised that Yuzuru who usually doesn’t talk much, expressed condolence to my father with such clarity. From this program, he conveyed the message to me so that I can cheer up/pull myself together again. For me, who still haven’t gotten over my father’s death, that moment brought a very big change from the bottom of my heart. 

 

It’s been 6 years since I worked with Yuzuru as a coach and student. I thought that we understood each other and formed the strongest team, but this was the first time that made me feel that Yuzuru is supporting me by my side. 

 

The 2nd Olympic Games that Yuzuru will face together with me is approaching in 10 months. For the upcoming Olympic Games, I’ve resolved from the bottom of my heart, that no matter how difficult things may come in our way, I will stride forward with Yuzuru. 

 

Of course I never would’ve thought that I would experience such an epic Olympic season. Not just as a coach, as a friend, a human being, I will promise to support Yuzuru the best I can.”

 

***

 

Some Weibo comments that I thought was heartfelt: 

 

"People often talk about empathy, it seemed like it's a psychological term. A person who is sensitive, would gently, silently think about you, they won't rush up to you to comfort you, but they would show their concern through their actions. Someone who doesn't make you feel smothered at all, he might really be an angel, else how would every fibre of him show such kindness and gentleness." 

 

"Those who are sensitive are often fragile, as a protect mechanism they often isolate themselves when they are sad, but never once did he ignore the distress of those around him. A twenty-plus year old person, from where did he get so much love and kindness..." 

 

 

 

Jeez, you killed us dead, the whole lot of us.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This is beautiful 

[Salior]

1 hour ago, LeadenMyr said:

Jeez, you killed us dead, the whole lot of us.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This is beautiful 

 

Agree. I had no idea how I managed to hold back my tears when translating this.

 

Yuzu expressed his concern for his superior in the most thoughtful manner - he knew that Brian didn't want to talk about it, and perhaps it was not Yuzu's place, nor will it be effective for him to comfort Brian since he is not Brian's equal. Brian could've felt guilty that his grieving led people, especially his students, to be worried about him, and hide his emotions more. That's why Yuzu didn't call him out, but quietly watched Brian from afar, to give him personal space to grieve. 

 

And when the time is right, Yuzu showed that he cares for Brian, by still thinking about Brian's father weeks after, and dedicating a skate to him. When most people would've forgotten about Brian's father after a simple expression of condolence, or pretended to busy themselves in the competition when they don't know how to make Brian feel better. 

 

But Yuzu is different - he knows not to confront Brian on such a personal, sensitive matter as a student, and he knows not to sweep Brian's plight under the carpet just because it's sensitive, because Brian's father still matters to Brian, even if he didn't talk about it. Yuzu showed that what's important to Brian is important to him too, and that's probably the most touching way to show another person that you care about him as a human. 

 

I am like 15 months younger than Yuzu, and I would never have thought of such a mature way to handle others' grief. Yuzu awes me every day, when I thought he couldn't be any more wonderful, I am surprised with information others share about him. How he expressed kindness when no one is watching, how he encouraged his juniors even in private occasions. He is just too beautiful for this world. 

 

(when I am free, I might translate the rest of Team Brian haha, probably in December. From Chinese sources though, of the first book I think, of his journey to the Sochi gold. Brian once jogged with Yuzu by the Black Sea, where Yuzu told Brian that he wants to win the Sochi gold, and then win another Olympics after that. These duo is just too pure for each other, I will never shut up about how Yuzu inspires the people around him. That he learns from his coaches, and his coaches learn from him too.) 

[LeadenMyr]

1 minute ago, Salior said:

 

Agree. I had no idea how I managed to hold back my tears when translating this.

 

Yuzu expressed his concern for his superior in the most thoughtful manner - he knew that Brian didn't want to talk about it, and perhaps it was not Yuzu's place, nor will it be effective for him to comfort Brian since he is not Brian's equal. Brian could've felt guilty that his grieving led people, especially his students, to be worried about him, and hide his emotions more. That's why Yuzu didn't call him out, but quietly watched Brian from afar, to give him personal space to grieve. 

 

And when the time is right, Yuzu showed that he cares for Brian, by still thinking about Brian's father weeks after, and dedicating a skate to him. When most people would've forgotten about Brian's father after a simple expression of condolence, or pretended to busy themselves in the competition when they don't know how to make Brian feel better. 

 

But Yuzu is different - he knows not to confront Brian on such a personal, sensitive matter as a student, and he knows not to sweep Brian's plight under the carpet just because it's sensitive, because Brian's father still matters to Brian, even if he didn't talk about it. Yuzu showed that what's important to Brian is important to him too, and that's probably the most touching way to show another person that you care about him as a human. 

 

I am like 15 months younger than Yuzu, and I would never have thought of such a mature way to handle others' grief. Yuzu awes me every day, when I thought he couldn't be any more wonderful, I am surprised with information others share about him. How he expressed kindness when no one is watching, how he encouraged his juniors even in private occasions. He is just too beautiful for this world. 

 

(when I am free, I might translate the rest of Team Brian haha. From Chinese sources though, of the first book I think, of his journey to the Sochi gold. Brian once jogged with Yuzu by the Black Sea, where Yuzu told Brian that he wants to win the Sochi gold, and then win another Olympics after that. These duo is just too pure for each other.) 

You're golden. Thank you for sharing so much of it! If you do end up translating it, I'm sure we will all die from happiness. And well, if the book ends up being published in English I guess most of us would buy it anyway 

[rockstaryuzu]

7 hours ago, BWOZWaltz said:

 

Enquire within: Worker wanted

 

Job title: Sleep consultant 

 

Job description: Analyse and assess individual sleeping pattern and help design the best sleeping system for people with diverse backgrounds/needs

 

Remuneration: Get to watch over the world top athlete snuggles into the best sleeping system that the company offers

 

Anyone interested?

 

I need a career change...pick me!

[Sammie]

ohh a program about Origin costume ? 

 

[fyere0]

18 minutes ago, Sammie said:

ohh a program about Origin costume ? 

 

 

The colours look so different in that lighting vs. ACI! It will be interesting to see the costume in a better-lit arena and with higher-def cameras. I imagine in award ceremony or show lights the purple will really pop out.

[rockstaryuzu]

So I stumbled across a YT clip from Japanese news media featuring Nobu talking about Yuzu's warmup routines and giving predictions on GP results. They had a ton of footage from ACI, and at one point, I realized that my left arm and side were in the shot. 

 

The best parts of me, on Japanese TV. Thanks Yuzu!