[2024.09.15] Challenge- Charity Event to Support Noto Peninsula

Wintek · September 13, 2024

Compilation of written interviews published in the context of the "Charity Event to Support Noto Peninsula -Challenge". The event was held in Ishikawa Prefecture (Wajima & Kanazawa connected virtually) on September 15, 2024.

yuzurujenn · September 13, 2024

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2024.09.12

Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/316414?page=1

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"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.

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Bringing smiles and energy through his performance. Yuzuru Hanyu (29), a professional skater who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, and others will appear in the "Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance" on the 15th in Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula earthquake in January. Due to venue restrictions, the event will be streamed online. Proceeds from the live and on-demand streams will be donated to Ishikawa Prefecture. A representative from Kanazawa TV, the local station that organised the performance, spoke to us in an interview and revealed Hanyu's wishes for reconstruction.

"Is there anything I can do for Noto?". Hanyu, who was affected by the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, had mixed feelings about the current situation in Noto.

The Noto Peninsula has poor transportation access, and even eight months after the earthquake, recovery has not progressed sufficiently. Hearing Hanyu's strong desire to help, Kanazawa TV's representative explained, “We hope for a swift recovery and wish for the people to regain their vitality quickly. Despite the many difficulties, we wanted to overcome them together and move toward a brighter future. We thought about what we could do and decided to collaborate with Hanyu.”

Meetings began in earnest in late April. The project was titled "Challenge." The person in charge recalled, "Hanyu told us, 'If there's anything I can do, I want to do it.' We empathized with that sentiment and the project moved forward. The title was chosen to convey the message, 'There will be difficulties, but let's all work together to overcome them and aim for a brighter future.' When we explained the idea to Hanyu, he agreed, saying, 'I think that's a good idea.'"

Hanyu shared ideas through emails and remote meetings in between his busy schedules. The person in charge said, "We asked Hanyu and his team to think about what kind of songs would be appropriate, taking into consideration his thoughts, and we also discussed whether it would be possible for people from Noto to participate." The performance will feature not only Hanyu and Akiko Suzuki, a bronze medalist at the 2012 World Championships, but also Noto High School’s calligraphy club and the Wajima Taiko group, “Wajima Taiko Toranosuke.” In addition, there are plans to connect video with the Noto area and interact with the disaster victims.

Recovery is still only halfway through. That is why Hanyu himself is particularly determined to hold the event in Ishikawa Prefecture. The representative spoke sincerely, “Hanyu has visited Noto and walked around various places. He said, ‘I want to skate in a way that will help cheer up the local people, even if only a little. I feel that it is meaningful to perform in Ishikawa.’ We hope to create an event that can support and encourage people to move forward with energy and positivity.”

Public viewing venues will be set up in four locations in the Noto area to distribute the video of the performance to those affected by the disaster. Hanyu expressed his determination through Kanazawa TV, "There are people who are suffering right now, so I hope I can somehow give them some strength. I really want to skate with all my heart." As a skater who knows the feelings of the disaster victims, he brings hope to Ishikawa Prefecture.

Wintek · September 15, 2024

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2024.09.15
Spoken parts of: “Charity Performance to Support The Reconstruction of the Noto Peninsula - CHALLENGE”
Machine translation based on Japanese transcript done with MS Word Dictation Tool. Transcript was kindly reviewed by a bilingual fan.

The archive of the performance can be watched on Lemino until September 30th, 2024:
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[INTRODUCTION]

00:00:00-00:00:22 Skaters intentions (written on the screen)

“I will skate with all my heart, hoping that it will be a source of healing and energy for you all” Takahito Mura

“I hope to bring lots of rays of hope to everyone, and I will skate with all my heart”

Akiko Suzuki

“I’ll skate with all my heart so that you can feel at least a little peace of mind through my performance”

Satoko Miyahara

00:00:22-00:00:43 -Yuzuru Hanyu recorded video message

“There are people out there who are going through a really hard time right now, so I hope I can give them some encouragement and strength.

I personally feel that there is a lot of meaning in skating there. I really want to put a lot of different feelings into my skating.”

00:00:44-00:0049 -Wajima Wadaiko Toranosuke (Japanese percussion group)

00:00:50-00:00:56 -Noto High School Calligraphy Club

~CHARITY PERFORMANCE TO SUPPORT THE RECONSTRUCTION OF THE NOTO PENINSULA - CHALLENGE~

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yuzurujenn · September 15, 2024

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2024.09.15

Source: https://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/202409150001171.html

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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:

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- Can each of you share your thoughts on what you wanted to convey through your performance?

Mura: It is not easy to hold a charity event, even if it is just once, but we were able to hold the event with the help of Yuzu-kun. I feel that it was very meaningful for me to skate here, and I hope that I could convey the message of “It's going to be OK,” which is in the lyrics of the song “San San” that I skated, to the audience and many others who watched the stream this time. I participated in this event with the hope that the audience would find the energy to face tomorrow and move on to the next step.

Hanyu: I know there are people from all walks of life who are watching the event, some who are suffering and others who are doing okay. I skated with the hope that, even just a little, it could spread smiles among those watching.

Miyahara: I am happy that I was able to participate in this charity show, an opportunity that does not come along very often. I performed with the hope that my skating could be of some help to people.

Suzuki: Every time an earthquake like this happens, I feel so powerless. However, I hoped that we could convey something meaningful through this opportunity. With that feeling in my heart, I skated with all my might today. Thank you for this opportunity.

- I’d like to ask Hanyu-san. Since becoming a professional, have there been any changes in how you approach disaster-stricken areas or what you feel you can do?

Hanyu: For me, one of the major goals I had, alongside winning two Olympic gold medals, was to start supporting and caring for disaster-stricken areas from here on out, so I've always worked hard at my sport. Now that I’ve finally turned professional, I’m gradually beginning to focus my heart on disaster areas and various calamities. I am a skater first and foremost, so I thought I would like to support people, to help them emotionally, through my performance. For example, "Notte Stellata" is about various disasters that occur from time to time, including the 3.11 earthquake. This time, we specifically did it as a charity for the earthquake in the Noto region.

- I don't think Hanyu has had many opportunities to perform "Haru yo, Koi" with such bright lighting.

Hanyu: First of all, the reason why we considered to perform without lighting (spotlight) was to minimise the budget and donate as much money as possible to the charity. The primary goal was to keep the scale as small as possible. Ultimately, we decided to go without show lighting to reduce production costs, which gave the performance a different look. I’m happy that regular viewers could experience a different perspective, and for us, performing for charity also brought a completely different emotional experience, and we performed with a clear intention directed specifically towards the people of the Noto region.

Suzuki: It’s been a while since we performed without show lighting. I felt like I was being watched as I made my entrance, but it was also very refreshing to skate today.

- Please tell us about the finale, "Que Sera Sera".

Hanyu: Personally, I really like Mrs. GREEN APPLE. The song itself has a kind of Okinawan "nankurunaisa" spirit (T/N: “everything will be alright in the end”). Akiko Suzuki-san choreographed it with the feeling of telling yourself to move forward no matter what happens. I feel that we all really cherished the vocals and each note of the song, and skated with hope in our hearts.

- When you skated to "Haru yo, Koi," it seemed like you lowered your upper body into the ice more than usual.

It's a technique called hydroblading, and it is originally intended at that level in the program, so there's nothing particularly profound about it, but even though this site, and the surrounding area itself, wasn't an area that suffered major damage, the region as a whole suffered particularly severe damage; or to put it more broadly, the ground around here shook violently, so I felt like I wanted things to calm down.

- The memory of the Noto earthquake is fading. I think it was meaningful for Hanyu to skate. Please tell us your thoughts on this again.

Hanyu: Just like with the 3.11 disaster, the farther we are from the capital, the less coverage it receives, and progress tends to make the news only occasionally. It's an area where reconstruction is slow and the road restrictions are much greater than in normal places, so I think it must be really tough, both when I saw the news and when I went there in person. It's difficult for us to do much about the fading memory of the disaster, but as I said earlier, I wanted to support disaster relief and achieve back-to-back Olympic titles, to use this achievement in a positive way, to use this fame to contribute, and the same goes for those who bought tickets to the stream this time, I hope to be of some help, even if just a little, whether through money or attention.

- I heard that you actually visited the disaster area and interacted with the junior high school students. What did you say to them during that time?

Hanyu: I've had many opportunities to see the current situation on the news and in the newspapers, but when I actually saw it in person, I was very shocked to see how much of it was left as it was. I can’t make any deep comments on whether it’s making progress or not, but I felt that the scars were still very raw. The local people also said that time had stopped, and that they still remember "this happened here" every time they go there, or that "this place was destroyed." I also heard them say "I don't want to go back there." That really struck me deeply, and it was painful.

When I met the children, I told them that no matter how difficult things may be, eventually, you have to do something when the time comes. No matter how much they don't want to do it, no matter how much they fail to make progress, when the deadline comes, they still have to move forward. I said this to them. It’s been more than six months since the disaster, and I think people are thinking about what they can do and what progress is being made. Sometimes things will come in their own time, and if they don’t, there’s nothing you can do but accept it. However, I hope that within that acceptance, there are still plenty of smiles and hard work put into it at that time.

- Please tell us why it was important to you to skate in Ishikawa even in the form of a live stream.

Hanyu: When we first decided to do this broadcast format, we could have skated in other regions, and I think we could have done a lot of different things if we had wanted to. However, I wanted to skate as close as possible to those who have suffered, those who are currently struggling, and those who are facing various difficulties. We really feel the power of the region and the atmosphere on site while we skate, so I wanted to honour the importance of that atmosphere and hoped that, even a little, the energy from this place would resonate and reach everyone through the broadcast.

Wintek · September 19, 2024

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2024.09.18

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"I Want to Skate Close to the Victims": Yuzuru Hanyu Participates in a Charity Skating Event in Noto, His Reason for Sticking to Streaming from Ishikawa Prefecture
Yuzuru Hanyu's Thoughts Behind the 'Noto Charity Skating Event' (Part 1)

By Mitsuru Tanaka
(Associate Professor, Department of Sports Management, Shobi University)
September 18, 2024

On September 15, professional skater Yuzuru Hanyu, who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in men's figure skating, performed at the "Noto Peninsula Earthquake Reconstruction Support Charity Skating Event," held in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, in honor of the earthquake-stricken area and with a prayer for its recovery. This event was exclusively streamed nationwide by Docomo’s video service "Lemino."

The response was overwhelming, with over 10,000 tickets (priced at ¥4,500 including tax) sold as of September 13 (according to the event organizers), and all 4,000 initially prepared charity T-shirts sold out, leading to an additional 1,000 being put up for sale.

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Despite the option to hold the event at a more familiar venue for a streaming event, Hanyu chose Ishikawa, the area affected by the earthquake. This choice reflected his deep desire to be close to the disaster victims and his sincere wish that public interest in the disaster-stricken area not fade away, especially as the area continues its path to recovery. He hoped that his high profile from winning two Olympic gold medals would help bring more attention to the affected region.

Using His Fame from Two Olympic Wins to “Help, Even Just a Little”

Together with professional skaters Takahito Mura, Akiko Suzuki, and Satoko Miyahara, Hanyu expressed his support for the disaster-stricken area in the hour-long event. In his final performance, he skated to "Haru yo, Koi" with deep emotion.

For the finale, the four skaters performed with smiles and full energy to Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s "Que Sera Sera," expressing their desire to encourage the disaster survivors to move forward with hope.

After the performance, although undoubtedly exhausted, Hanyu and the other skaters participated in a press conference. In addition to figure skating reporters from Tokyo, there were also local journalists covering the earthquake recovery efforts.

One male journalist, who had been reporting in the area since the earthquake, posed a question to Hanyu, noting that more than six months had passed since the earthquake and that public interest outside the affected area had diminished. Despite this, Hanyu’s charity performance became the top trending topic on X (formerly Twitter), drawing renewed attention to the disaster area.

The journalist asked Hanyu, "I believe your skating carried significant meaning. Could you share your thoughts again?"

The concerns and struggles of local reporters who had been covering the slow fading of public interest must have been deeply felt, especially in contrast to how Hanyu’s participation reignited awareness. Hanyu, reflecting on his visit to the affected city of Wajima in June before the event, responded to the journalist, choosing his words carefully.

"For us, it’s like the 3/11 disaster. Being away from the capital, it’s not often reported on, and places like this, where recovery is hard to come by—due to things like road restrictions—are probably going through more hardships than in more accessible areas. I could feel that when I visited in person."

"It may be difficult for us to do much about the fading interest. But still, I want to support the disaster recovery efforts. That’s why I’m trying to use the recognition from my two Olympic victories in a good way, and I hope that the people who bought tickets for the live stream, the money (donations, etc.) and attention (from the public) can be of some help, even just a little.''

Breathtaking Hydroblading with His Body Close to Horizontal

Hanyu’s signature hydroblading move, where his body leans almost completely horizontal, left a strong impression on local reporters during his "Haru yo, Koi" performance.

He explained kindly to reporters unfamiliar with skating, "That move is called hydroblading, and in this program, it involves going as low as I can (almost touching the ice with my face). It doesn’t carry any deep meaning, though."

Hanyu also shared his thoughts about the earthquake, saying, "This area wasn’t the hardest hit during the earthquake, but the ground here also shook heavily. The region suffered greatly. I had the feeling of wanting something to calm down."

Even though the event was a streaming one, Hanyu was determined to perform in the disaster area.

"When I decided on streaming, I could have chosen to skate in another region. But I really wanted to skate as close as possible to those who have suffered, those who are still suffering, and those who are struggling with various things right now."

"There’s a special energy in the area, and the atmosphere there is something we really feel as we skate. I think that air is important, and I hope that even just a little bit, the energy and atmosphere from this place can ripple out to reach people through the stream."

Connecting with the Local Community

The event opened with a performance by the "Wajima Taiko Tora no Suke" from Wajima City, followed by a spectacular calligraphy performance from the Noto High School Calligraphy Club, broadcasted live.

A male taiko drummer expressed his gratitude, saying, "We poured our hearts into completing this stage performance here in Noto after the earthquake, and seeing the powerful and beautiful performances of the skaters has undoubtedly given a huge boost to those affected by the disaster."

Hanyu and the other skaters listened attentively to the voices of the high school calligraphy students, nodding repeatedly in understanding, which left a strong impression.

Local Newspaper’s Limited Coverage

However, one unfortunate thing happened. The treatment of the event in the local newspapers the next morning on September 16 was disappointing.

Curious and excited, I went to buy a newspaper at a convenience store near Kanazawa Station the following morning, but the coverage was surprisingly small.

It was disappointing, especially considering how older readers still tend to rely heavily on print newspapers. I wonder how much effort was made to convey Hanyu’s feelings, the thoughts of the skaters who visited the disaster area, and the emotions of the locals impacted by the performance. The passionate questions from the local reporters seemed to have been reduced to almost nothing in the printed coverage.

Though I didn’t go through every newspaper, the difference in how the event was treated compared to sports and general newspapers from Tokyo was striking. I can only hope that, at the very least, a local journalist will follow up with a more in-depth column later, further conveying the feelings of the disaster victims.

Wintek · September 19, 2024

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2024.09.18

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Yuzuru Hanyu Dances a Stunning "Haru yo, Koi" with Only Venue Lighting... His Unwavering Dedication to Charity Since 3.11
Yuzuru Hanyu’s Thoughts Behind the Noto Charity Performance (Part 2)
September 18, 2024 (Wednesday)
Written by Mitsuru Tanaka
(Mitsuru Tanaka: Associate Professor, Department of Sports Management, Shobi University)

On September 15, Yuzuru Hanyu, a professional skater and two-time Olympic gold medalist in men’s figure skating, performed at the "Noto Peninsula Earthquake Reconstruction Support Charity Performance" held in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, expressing his deep feelings and prayers for the affected areas.

In this performance, no special lighting was set up within the rink. The focus was not on enhancing the spectacle of the performance but on minimizing production costs to maximize profits. This was in line with Hanyu’s wish to stay true to the purpose of charity.

Even without dazzling spotlights, it didn’t matter. This is because Hanyu and his fellow skaters possessed finely honed skills and expressive abilities that required no external embellishments.

Prioritizing the Affected Areas

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“Is there anything I can do for Noto?”

In March of this year, marking 13 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, Hanyu completed his ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2024" as the lead performer in his hometown of Miyagi Prefecture. Almost immediately afterward, he began working on a charity performance for the Noto Peninsula earthquake. His intent reached TV Kanazawa, and the company decided to host the event.

For this performance, Hanyu was especially committed to ensuring it prioritized the needs of the disaster area above all else.

To achieve this, he focused on the core purpose of the charity. He worked to minimize unnecessary "expenses" and maximize the profits from streaming tickets and charity T-shirts.

One idea was to perform without special lighting, like the spotlights used in ice shows, using only the lighting permanently installed at the rink.

“First of all, I thought about not using spotlights as a way to minimize the performance’s budget and maximize the amount of money that could be donated to charity. To do that, it was necessary to reduce the scale of the event as much as possible, and in the end, the decision was made to go without special lighting as a way to cut production costs.”

When asked about his impressions of performing "Haru yo, Koi" under these conditions, he said:

“Not having the spotlights made for a different experience, and I think the people who always watch my performances were able to see something different this time, which makes me happy.”

The day after the performance, I had a chance to talk with one of the people who attended.

“Yesterday’s ‘Haru yo, Koi’ resonated with me more than ever before. It was truly moving.”

I felt the same.

Why did the dance, performed without the usual special lighting, seem so remarkable?

Refined Skills and Expression as a Professional

It was because of Hanyu’s deep intention:

“Since this was a charity performance, our feelings were different, and we skated with the desire to convey our thoughts more clearly to the people of the Noto region.”

He skated with all his heart, hoping to bring even a little joy and healing to the disaster-affected areas. This is why his performance of "Haru yo, Koi," the grand finale, was so powerful.

“I hope we can make it a time where the people affected can smile, even just a little, and feel a little healed.”

Gliding along to the melody of the piano, his gentle skating embraced the audience, and his fluid movements brought it all together. One of Hanyu’s signature moves, the hydroblading, saw him lower his body parallel to the ice, so close it was almost touching. When he rose, his hair was speckled with tiny ice shards kicked up by the edges of his blades.

The delayed Axel, a dynamic jump with long airtime, was a jump only Hanyu could execute. The performance was filled with all the evolution he has made as a professional.
Was his skating affected by the absence of spotlights? Hanyu’s response was straightforward:

“No matter the time or place, I always put my feelings fully into my skating. When I practice, the lighting is like this, so I don’t think there was much change in that regard.”

It wasn’t just Hanyu. Skaters like Takahito Mura, Akiko Suzuki, and Satoko Miyahara, who skated with him, were all unshaken. Every one of them gave their best performance within the limited conditions.

Even without top-notch equipment or an ideal environment, they could captivate people with their skills and expressions alone. They were able to convey their important emotions through their skating.

This was a demonstration of what it truly means to be a professional skater.

His Commitment to Disaster Areas Since 3.11

Looking back, it was the same during the Great East Japan Earthquake on March 11, 2011, when he was personally affected.

Hanyu lost access to his training rink and was forced to live in an evacuation shelter. Yet, he never used his difficult circumstances as an excuse. He practiced his programs for the season desperately on the rinks of the ice shows he participated in as they traveled from place to place. During those times of hardship, Hanyu began to nurture a larger dream—beyond his goal of winning two Olympic gold medals.

“One of the major motivations behind my desire to win two gold medals was that after achieving two consecutive victories, I wanted to start offering support and compassion to the disaster-affected areas. That’s why I kept pushing myself as a competitive athlete. Now, as a professional, I’m gradually able to focus more on the disaster areas.”

“Even so, for me, being a skater is what matters most, so I hope that through my acting I can be able to support the people (in the disaster area) and help them feel a little better, whether it’s 3.11 or other disasters happening at any given time. This time, I had the opportunity to contribute to the Noto earthquake through this charity.”

The world knows the name "Yuzuru Hanyu." With his unparalleled fame, he believes there are things only he can do. That’s why Hanyu skated for Noto, delivering hope to the people of the disaster-stricken area. He wanted to send as much financial aid as possible to the affected areas, drawing on the support of those who cheer for him.

As a professional who has refined his skills, Hanyu poured his heart and soul into a genuine program for the people of the disaster areas. And because of that, he didn’t need the power of spotlights to let his brilliance shine through.

yuzurujenn · September 21, 2024

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2024.09.21

Source: https://worldfigureskating-web.jp/news/8695/
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Info: https://www.tvkanazawa.co.jp/event/notocharity

“Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Charity Performance ~Challenge~”
Yuzuru Hanyu & his friends deliver prayers for the recovery of Noto

September 21, 2024 By WFS Editorial Department

The "Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Charity Performance - Challenge" was held in Kanazawa City on September 15th, where Yuzuru Hanyu performed an emotional skating performance alongside Takahito Mura, Akiko Suzuki, and Satoko Miyahara. The event was held via video connecting two venues, the ice rink and Noto High School, featuring the Noto High School calligraphy club and the young Japanese drum (taiko) team "Wajima Wadaiko Toranosuke". The performance, which was based on the theme of "Challenge", was exclusively live-streamed on Docomo's video distribution service "Lemino" from 3:00 pm. The on-demand viewing will be available until September 30, 2024.

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Live broadcast connecting Kanazawa rink and Noto High School

All proceeds from the stream will be donated to Ishikawa Prefecture. First, the skaters appeared on the rink to the powerful music of the young taiko team "Wajima Wadaiko Toranosuke", followed by a graceful yet powerful presentation from the Noto High School calligraphy club paired with a performance by Wajima-based taiko drummer Imai Subaru.

In the solo segments, Takahito Mura performed "Sansan," Akiko Suzuki skated to "Hymn to Love," Satoko Miyahara chose "Stabat Mater," and Yuzuru Hanyu closed the segment with his beloved exhibition piece, "Haru yo, Koi." His performance was so moving that it seemed as if prayers for recovery were radiating from his entire body. For the finale, Mrs. Green Apple's "Que Sera Sera," Hanyu hummed the lyrics and skated his steps with a smile. At the end, the four skaters finished with their left hands raised high, their faces shining with joy.

During the Q&A session, the teenage students asked questions such as, "How do you overcome difficult times?", "How do you deal with nervousness?", "Who designs the costumes?", and "What do you do when you can't come up with an idea for the choreography?" At the end, each skater sent a message, bringing the hour-long performance to a close. 20 elementary school students from Ishikawa, Fukui, and Toyama prefectures were invited to the rink to watch the professional skaters perform up close. Public viewing (free of charge) of the performance was also held in four locations: Suzu City, Wajima City, Shiga Town, and Nanao City. According to the organizers, as of the 13th, more than 10,000 people had purchased tickets to watch the live stream. The on-demand stream will be available until September 30th. Additional sales of the charity T-shirts has also been decided, expanding the support network.

To cut costs, there was no (show) lighting. The performance took place on a bright rink.

After the performance, Yuzuru Hanyu, Akiko Suzuki, Takahito Mura, and Satoko Miyahara appeared in charity T-shirts. The four showed no signs of fatigue as they responded to questions from the press.

- Thank you for your hard work at the charity performance. What thoughts did you all put into your performance?
Mura: It’s quite rare to have a charity performance like this, especially when it was challenging to hold such an event, but thanks to Hanyu-kun’s influence it was made possible, and it gave great significance to skating here. I hope that I can convey the message of "It's going to be okay" that is also in the lyrics of the song I skated to this time, "Sansan," to the people who watched the live stream. I participated with the hope that this performance could provide some energy to face tomorrow and move on to the next step.

Hanyu: I think that there are people in all different situations who are watching, including some who are suffering and others who are doing well. I skated hoping that I could spread a circle of smiles among all of those people, even just a little.

Miyahara: I'm really happy to have had the opportunity to take part in such a rare charity show, and I skated hoping that I could help people through my performance.

Suzuki: Every time something like this happens, I feel so powerless, but today I came here with the feeling that by skating on an occasion like this, we might be able to convey something, and with that feeling firmly in my heart, I skated as hard as I could. (To Hanyu) Thank you so much for this opportunity.

Hanyu: Thank you.

- (To Hanyu) As a professional skater, has your approach to disaster-stricken areas changed?
Hanyu: Well, one of my biggest goals in wanting to win two (Olympic) gold medals was that once I won two consecutive titles, I wanted to start showing support and compassion to the disaster-stricken areas, so I had always worked hard during my active years as an athlete.
Now that I’ve finally turned professional, I've gradually started to think about disaster-stricken areas and the various disasters that have occurred. However, I still see myself first and foremost as a skater. I hope that through my performances, I can provide some support or a bit of emotional relief to everyone.

"notte (notte stellata)" is a project that is aimed at various disasters that occur from time to time, such as 3.11. This time, we held the project as a charity specifically for the earthquake disaster in the Noto region.

- (To Hanyu) I wonder if there has ever been a performance of "Haru yo, Koi" in such bright lighting...
Hanyu: Maybe not.

- When the lighting is dim, it feels like it resonates deeply within, but today there was a sense of various things bursting forth right from the start. Is there a different idea behind "Haru yo, Koi" in this atmosphere and place?
Hanyu: First of all, the reason we thought about the situation of no (show) lighting this time was because we wanted to keep the budget as small as possible and donate most of the money since it's a charity, so our first goal was to keep the scale as small as possible. In the end, as we were trying to cut down on production costs, we ended up going without (show) lighting, but it looks different and I'm glad that the people who usually watch it can feel a different sensation from usual. We ourselves also had a completely different feeling because it was a charity performance, and I think that we skated with a clearer intention directed towards the Noto region in our program.

- Like, it needs to be shown more clearly?
Hanyu: You mean technically?

- Including technical aspects.
Hanyu: Regardless, I always put my heart and soul into my skating, and since I practice under such lighting conditions, so I guess there was not much change in that aspect.

- Is that the case for the other three as well?
Suzuki: It might be a while since I felt this way.
Hanyu: Because they are all professionals. (laughs)
Suzuki: Well, as I made my entrance...

- Is it difficult?
Suzuki: There’s a sense of being watched, but that also made it really refreshing to skate today.

- (To Hanyu) Did you choose Mrs. Green Apple's "Que Sera Sera" for the finale that the four of you skated to?
Hanyu: No, it was the person in charge of the project who chose it. But I personally really like Mrs. Green Apple. The song itself has a "Nankurunaisa" spirit, which may sound Okinawan. Akiko Suzuki choreographed the song to express that feeling of telling yourself that no matter what happens, you have to look forward to the future. I think we expressed that feeling, and I feel like everyone really cherished each and every note of the song, including the vocals, and skated with hope in our hearts.

Hanyu: "I wanted to skate close to those who are struggling with various things."

- (Question from local media) The Noto earthquake is fading from memory, and we here in Ishikawa have the sense that it has been forgotten by the public. Today, your skating became the number one trending topic on "X," and I think it was very meaningful. Could you reiterate your thoughts on this, and also, one more thing, when you were skating while rotating, it seemed like you were lowering your upper body closer to the ground more than usual.

Hanyu: First, regarding the technique called "hydroblading," it’s meant to be executed in this program, so it doesn’t have a particularly deep meaning, but while this land, this surrounding area, wasn't a place that suffered great damage, this region as a whole suffered severe damage. More broadly, the ground around here shook greatly, so I felt like I wanted things to calm down.

About the fading memory of the Noto earthquake, it’s similar to the situation with "3.11." As we move further from the metropolitan area, it’s not often reported. There might be news when there are developments, but it’s a place where recovery is slow. The transportation restrictions are also greater here than in other areas, which I’ve realised both through the news and during my visits.

It’s difficult for us to comment on the fading memory, but as I mentioned earlier, I want to support disaster relief. I aimed to win two Olympic gold medals for that purpose. By using this recognition in a positive way, I hope to help those who purchased streaming tickets and contribute in whatever small way I can. Whether it’s financial support or attention, I hope that I can help even a little.

- What did you say to the junior high school students when you actually visited the disaster area in June this year?
Hanyu: I had seen the situation through news reports and articles many times, but actually seeing it in person was shocking. The rawness of the scars left behind was striking. I can’t make deep comments on whether recovery is progressing, but it was clear that the wounds were still very vivid.

And it seems like time has stopped for the local people. They still remember what happened here every time they go there, or they remember how this place was destroyed, or they said they don't want to go back there anymore. I felt something pierced my heart when I heard them say that.

When I met the children, I told them, "No matter how hard things are, when the time comes, you have to do something." "No matter how much you don't want to do it, no matter how much you haven't made much progress, when the deadline comes, you have to move forward." That's what I said. It's been more than six months since the disaster, and I'm sure they're thinking about what can be done and what progress has been made, but sometimes things come and sometimes they don't, so there are times when you just have to think, "It can't be helped." But I hope that within that acceptance, there are plenty of smiles and the determination from that time.

- Why did you choose to skate in Ishikawa Prefecture, even in the form of live stream?
Hanyu: When I first decided to do this stream, I could have skated in other areas, and I think I could have done a lot of different things if I had wanted to. But I wanted to skate as close as possible to those who have suffered, those who are suffering now, and those who are struggling with various things. We skated while really feeling the power of the local area and the atmosphere at the venue, and I wanted to convey the importance of that energy and send out a ripple effect from this place, even just a little, hoping it would reach everyone through the broadcast.

Wintek · September 24, 2024

*Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist*

2024.09.24
Source: https://x.com/AERAnetjp/status/1838432281855221782

AERA September 30th Issue, Released 2024/09/24, p.41-43

Delivering Yuzuru Hanyu's "Prayers" from Kanazawa

"Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Charity Performance" Report

Professional skater Yuzuru Hanyu and others performed in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake Reconstruction Charity Performance on the 15th. The venue was an ice rink in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. Through skating, they sent a message of hope to the victims of the disaster.Written by Shiho Fukui (Editorial Team)

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At the beginning of the event, Yuzuru Hanyu bowed deeply and greeted everyone with, "We will be skating with our prayers for all of you." He gave everything he had for the disaster-stricken areas.
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"Even if it's just a little, I hope we can spread smiles to the disaster areas." With that prayer in mind, Yuzuru Hanyu (29), the professional figure skater, performed at the "Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Charity Performance" held in Kanazawa City on the 15th (of September).

Hanyu, who is from Sendai, was also a victim of the Great East Japan Earthquake. His training base, "Ice Rink Sendai," suffered significant damage, and he couldn't use the rink until July after the earthquake. In a press conference after the performance, Hanyu spoke about his thoughts for the disaster areas:

"One of the big reasons I wanted to win two gold medals was because I wanted to start supporting disaster areas and spreading compassion after achieving consecutive victories. So, I worked hard with that feeling in mind. I thought that by using my name recognition, I could contribute, even if just a little, whether it was by raising money or drawing attention to the disaster areas."

Thoughts on Performing "Without Lighting"

True to his words, after turning professional in 2022, Hanyu has held the ice show "Notte Stellata" in his hometown of Miyagi for two consecutive years, serving as the main performer. This charity exhibition in Kanazawa was organized in a similar spirit of wanting to do something for the disaster-affected Ishikawa region. Skaters such as Takahito Mura, Akiko Suzuki, and Satoko Miyahara, all medalists from international competitions, gathered at Hanyu’s call. Mura said:

"Thanks to Yuzuru’s influence, we were able to hold this event. The significance of skating here was huge, and I personally felt it deeply."

In addition to the skaters who resonated with Hanyu's thoughts, the program also included performances by the Noto-based Japanese drum team Wadaiko Toranosuke and the calligraphy club members of Noto High School. During the introductions, it was revealed that since January 1st, they had not been able to practice as much as they wanted due to the disaster, and they even had to wash their brushes with water made from melted snow due to the lack of water.

Nevertheless, the students continued to face forward and take on challenges.

That day, Hanyu chose to skate to "Haru yo, Koi" (Spring, Come). He performed the program with rich emotion, embodying the wish for recovery. When asked about his deep "hydroblading," a movement in which he skates horizontally across the ice:

" (The area around the venue) wasn't a place where there was much damage, but the ground in the area shook so violently, so I had the feeling of wanting something to calm down."

"Haru yo, Koi" is one of the exhibition programs Hanyu has cherished, initially performed in collaboration with pianist Shinya Kiyozuka during "Fantasy on Ice" in 2018. Since turning pro, he has performed the program with lighting effects and projection mapping, creating a magical atmosphere. However, this time, he chose to perform under simple rink lighting.

"Since this is a charity event, I wanted to donate as much money as possible. Reducing the scale of the production was our top priority. Ultimately, we decided to perform 'without lighting,' but that made the program look different in a good way. For those who have seen my performances before, I hope they could feel a new perspective. Also, we as skaters had a different feeling because it was a charity event, and we skated with even more clarity of heart, thinking, 'This is for the people of the Noto region.'"

Twenty families from the Noto area were invited to the venue, and public viewings were held at four locations in Noto. The event was also streamed live, with over 10,000 tickets sold at 4,500 yen each before the event. The proceeds will be donated to Ishikawa Prefecture.

Sending Waves to the Disaster Area

Even though it was streamed and could have been held elsewhere, Hanyu insisted on holding it in Ishikawa. When asked about this by reporters, he replied:

"Of course, we could have held the event elsewhere, and we could have done many things differently. But I really wanted to skate as close as possible to the people who suffered, to those who are still suffering, and to those who are struggling with various things."

He continued:

"We skaters feel the power of the local area and the atmosphere of the place when we skate. The air here is special, and I hoped that, even if just a little, we could send some of that energy, like a wave, to everyone through the broadcast."

The event was titled "Challenge."(*) Even though more than half a year has passed since the earthquake, many are still in difficult situations. Yet, connecting each moment of doing one's best leads to the future. Hanyu, who has continued to live through such days, hopes that his prayers will continue to reach farther.

(*) The name of the charity performance was「挑戦〜チャレンジ〜」. The kanji (挑戦) can be defined as "Challenge", and the katakana (チャレンジ) is the Japanese writing for the English word "Challenge". Thus 「挑戦〜チャレンジ〜」could be translated as "Challenge 〜 Challenge".

「挑戦」conveys a sense of determination, effort, and striving to overcome difficulties. The character「挑」means "to challenge" or "to defy," while「戦」means "battle" or "fight," so together they signify the act of taking on a tough task, often with a sense of seriousness and resolve.

「チャレンジ」Katakana is often used for loanwords or more casual terms, so the use of「チャレンジ」can give the impression of a challenge that’s approachable, energetic, and perhaps less formal.

Possible interpretation for using kanji and katakana:
By combining both forms, the article may be creating a contrast or balance between the traditional sense of persistence (through「挑戦」) and a modern, forward-looking approach (through「チャレンジ」). The pairing of the two forms could symbolize continuity and evolution: while the struggle and effort remain, there’s also a new way of embracing challenges with hope and energy for the future.

... or it could just be an stylistic/aesthetic decision

yuzurujenn · October 2, 2024

*Machine-translation. Inaccuracies exist*

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

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The children gathered together, looking a little nervous about the upcoming event. They immediately headed to the skating rink and prepared for the skating class.

The children were confused even just standing on their first skates. Before moving to the rink, they did careful warm-up exercises to avoid injury! Once they had gotten used to the skates, they moved to the rink.

Most of the children who participated were skating for the first time. At the rink, they started by practicing crab walking while holding onto the wall. They fell over and over, but they didn't give up and tried their best, first learning to let go and stand.

As they were learning the basic movements, special instructors Yuzuru Hanyu and Satoko Miyahara appeared! The appearance of these two professional figure skaters brought smiles to the faces of even the nervous children!

Together with Hanyu and Miyahara, we practiced putting our hands out in front of us to keep our balance and taking turns putting our left and right feet forward. There were times when the children stumbled or fell, but with the support of the two, everyone enjoyed skating.

They also tried a mini game where they had to go through an arch made by the two and their coach! At first, the children had a hard time keeping their balance, but in a short time they improved their skating! The parents and other people watching burst into applause.

At the end of the skating class, we all took a group photo! It was hard to stop where we wanted and even lining up was difficult, but everyone managed to line up nicely and pose for the photo with smiles on their faces.

At the end, I gave a high five to Hanyu and left the rink.
I would like to thank Hanyu, Miyahara, and all the coaches for their kind support so that even beginners could enjoy skating!

After the skating lesson, the children happily shared their impressions, saying, "It was scary at first, but skating was fun!", "Hanyu and Miyahara were really good at skating!", and "They praised me for being good!"

2. Learn what goes on behind the scenes at live broadcasts!

Sneak peek into TV Kanazawa

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3. A roundtable discussion with Hanyu and Miyahara will also be held!

Charity performance viewing

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On the second day, the "Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance - Challenge" was held, where visitors had the opportunity to watch up close the performances of professional figure skaters including Yuzuru Hanyu.

Children were captivated by the professional figure skaters dancing gracefully on the ice to the music of Wajima Wadaiko Toranosuke.

The children's eyes sparkled as they watched the powerful performance, where they could even hear the sound of the ice being scraped. Watching with my very own eyes, I realized they were skating at a speed much faster than I had imagined, and I was able to appreciate the incredible performance of the professional skaters, who showed me a variety of expressions and difficult-looking poses one after another in time with the music.

Their wonderful performance conveyed the desire to "connect people in Ishikawa with smiles and energy", giving the children courage and hope and bringing smiles to their faces.

The final event was a roundtable discussion with Hanyu-san and Miyahara-san after the performance. Announcer Hirayama kept the atmosphere lively with his entertaining hosting.

We asked each person one by one the questions that were prepared in advance and had them answer all of our questions!

Q: "Have you ever wanted to quit skating?"
Hanyu: "When I was little, I often thought about quitting because the teachers were scary and it hurts to fall. But I worked really hard, and I felt that if I gave up here, it would leave me feeling really frustrated, so I told myself that no matter how hard it was, I would keep trying my best!"
Miyahara: "I did feel like quitting at one point, but it was just a year before the Olympic selection. I thought about how hard I had worked to aim for the Olympics, and if I quit now, what would that have been for? So, I decided to keep going and push forward towards my goal."

Q: "What is your dream for the future?"
Hanyu: "I hope to bring smiles to everyone, even just a little!"
Miyahara: "I hope I can convey cheerfulness through my skating."

Q: "How much did you practice per day when you were in elementary school?"
Hanyu: "Before the rink was closed, I practiced about 4 to 5 hours a day, except on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day."
Miyahara: "I was the same; I practiced about 2 to 3 hours a day before the rink was closed."

Q: "How can I become better at skating?"
Hanyu: "You just have to practice hard, and if you listen carefully to what your teachers and parents say, you will definitely get better. When you become an adult, you'll be glad that you listened to them back then."
Miyahara: "I hope you never forget that skating is fun."

Q: "What has been your happiest moment so far?"
Hanyu: "Winning the gold medal at the Olympics!"
Miyahara: "Probably when I toured overseas for the first time for an ice show."

Q: "What do you value most?"
Hanyu: "My skates and my life!"
Miyahara: "I agree, and also being able to smile every day."

We were able to hear many convincing stories from both of them, reflecting their years of hard work. There were also many questions about their favourite foods, anime, music, and colours. The roundtable was held in a friendly atmosphere filled with laughter.

Thank you to Hanyu-san and Miyahara-san for kindly answering everyone’s questions with smiles until the end, giving the children wonderful memories over these two days!

yuzurujenn · February 7

2025.02.07

Info: https://x.com/tv_kanazawa/status/1887713661248282751

https://www.tvkanazawa.co.jp/event/notocharity

[Notice] Report on donations from the Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance

The income and expenditures for the "Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance - Challenge" held at Kenmin Sports Plaza on September 15, 2024 have been finalized, with revenue from distribution and other sources amounting to 43,878,649 yen. We would like to report that by February 7, TV Kanazawa has donated all of the revenue to Ishikawa Prefecture and the local government of Noto. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who watched the performance via paid distribution and to everyone across the country who purchased charity T-shirts. Thank you very much.

We would like to thank the four figure skaters, Yuzuru Hanyu, Takahito Mura, Akiko Suzuki, and Satoko Miyahara, who agreed with the purpose of the project to support the people in the disaster-stricken areas and performed brilliant and powerful performances, as well as Wajima Wadaiko Toranosuke and the Noto High School Calligraphy Club, who conveyed their youthful and passionate energy. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all the people involved who cooperated in hosting the performance, producing the video, and distributing it.

We will continue to take on the challenge of bringing smiles to the people of Ishikawa Prefecture.

(Note that the above revenue includes some of the proceeds from the charity T-shirts, but does not include the additional orders for T-shirts that will be shipped after April. We plan to donate the proceeds from the additional orders once they are confirmed.)　　

Source: https://hochi.news/articles/20250207-OHT1T51085.html?page=1

Yuzuru Hanyu and others perform at Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance, all 43.87 million yen in proceeds donated

On the 7th, Kanazawa Television announced on its official website that the revenue from streaming the "Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance" (Ishikawa Kenmin Sports Plaza), in which professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu and others appeared last September, was 43,878,649 yen. It also reported that the entire amount had been donated to Ishikawa Prefecture and the local government of Noto by that day.

Hanyu approached the organizers, saying, "Is there anything we can do for Noto?" and together with TV Kanazawa, the organizers, they were able to make the performance happen. Together with Takahito Mura, Akiko Suzuki, and Satoko Miyahara, who agreed, they skated for an hour, praying for the disaster-stricken areas. The venue was empty and the performance was streamed for a fee. In order to keep the budget low and donate the money, they did not use flashy lighting like in a normal ice show and cut down on production funds.

Hanyu's support continues. The "Ishikawa Prefecture Support Project" to support the recovery was just launched on the 1st. Life-size panels (7 types) and posters have been installed at tourist facilities and airports in all 19 cities and towns in the prefecture. By scanning the QR code on the panels and posters, you can watch a video message from Hanyu calling for support for Noto. The campaign will run until March 31st next year.

yuzurujenn · February 11

2025.02.11

Info: https://news.ntv.co.jp/category/society/1d74e8a8f33e4a08b3576a7971d4a890

Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20250211052438/https://news.ntv.co.jp/category/society/1d74e8a8f33e4a08b3576a7971d4a890

Yuzuru Hanyu "Make a difference" - "Visit Noto now" - life-size panels and charity appeal to tourists to support reconstruction efforts

"I hope I can be of some help," says Yuzuru Hanyu, a professional figure skater who won consecutive Olympic gold medals, as he works to support Noto through tourism and charity efforts.

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Kanazawa Station, Noto Satoyama Airport, and the Tourist Information Center in Wajima City... From February 1st, life-sized panels and posters of Yuzuru Hanyu encouraging tourism have been installed all over the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture.

This project was planned by Ishikawa Prefecture. As the damage caused by the Noto Peninsula earthquake on January 1, 2024 and the Oku-Noto heavy rains in September 2024 is still very visible, the aim of this project is to encourage tourism in "Noto, where you can visit now" and support the recovery.

Panels and posters of Hanyu will be installed in about 40 locations, including tourist facilities in 19 cities and towns in the prefecture, including the Noto Peninsula. There are 19 different designs, each for a different city or town. In addition, the panels and posters will have a 2D code printed on them, which will allow you to view various "video messages calling for support for Noto" by Hanyu that can only be viewed at that location.

The panels and posters will be installed until March 31, 2026.

■ Donations at charity performances

Meanwhile, in September 2024, Hanyu appeared in the "Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Performance - Challenge" held in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture. In addition to Hanyu, professional skaters such as Akiko Suzuki, Satoko Miyahara, and Takahito Mura, who agreed with the purpose of the performance, performed a magnificent skate with their thoughts for Noto.

"I skated with the hope that I could spread the circle of smiles even a little."

The performance, which was realized by Hanyu's strong desire, was held without an audience and was broadcast nationwide. In order to save on production costs as much as possible and increase the amount of donations, efforts were made such as eliminating the lighting effects that are common in traditional ice shows.

Television Kanazawa, which organized the performance, announced that it had donated the entire revenue of 43,878,649 yen, including distribution revenue, to Ishikawa Prefecture and Noto municipalities by February 7.

Hanyu was affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake on March 11, 2011. Hanyu, who was 16 years old at the time, lived as an evacuee in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. After winning a gold medal at the Sochi Olympics in 2014, he visited disaster-stricken areas in between his competitive career. He has continued to provide support.

In June 2024, he visited Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula earthquake. He interacted with junior high school students and people at the Wajima Morning Market.

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