Daisuke Takahashi
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^Oh thanks for the video link ionap! 
It whetted my appetite to see the entire performance! And yes, Daisuke (and Evgeni Plushenko as well) can certainly show younger skaters a thing or two.
It whetted my appetite to see the entire performance! And yes, Daisuke (and Evgeni Plushenko as well) can certainly show younger skaters a thing or two.
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Dai chose this song because he saw Kensuke Nakaniwa skating on this before and he loved it. Since then he has listened to it often and thought about skating to it himself. He thought now was the best time to do that since it's a slow song and it's perfect for his comeback after 3 months away from the rink. The program is choreographed by Kenji Miyamoto and they have worked on it in April. (source)
So basically, Dai has waited for about 8 years for an opportunity to skate on this song
So basically, Dai has waited for about 8 years for an opportunity to skate on this song
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Dai chose this song because he saw Kensuke Nakaniwa skating on this before and he loved it. Since then he has listened to it often and thought about skating to it himself. He thought now was the best time to do that since it's a slow song and it's perfect for his comeback after 3 months away from the rink. The program is choreographed by Kenji Miyamoto and they have worked on it in April. (source)
So basically, Dai has waited for about 8 years for an opportunity to skate on this song
First time for me to see Kensuke and am impressed (as were the commentators) on his musicality and artistry. I can understand why that performance left a strong impression on Daisuke. Thanks ionap for letting us know the storyline behind Daisuke's comeback skate.
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Found this video from the Sendai Asahi event. They asked Dai about Yuzuru, maybe somebody can translate what he says.
http://youtu.be/PZ0lB69uWJI
Also, fanart of the Kissing You program done by this talented artist
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BodfikOCYAEBEHt.jpg:large
http://youtu.be/PZ0lB69uWJI
Also, fanart of the Kissing You program done by this talented artist
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BodfikOCYAEBEHt.jpg:large
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^The artist got his eyes, which for me are the hardest to capture in any portrait. As they say, the eyes are the mirror to one's soul. Daisuke has such kind eyes. Thanks again ionap.
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Thanks for all the updates ioanap! Can't wait to see his new program. I think FOI will be live on TV so maybe we can see it then.
In the video, Daisuke said that that Yuzuru will be turning 20 (legal age for drinking in Japan) soon. If they could drink together, maybe they can communicate in a different way so he can't wait for him to turn 20.
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Should Yuzuru be scared since Akiko said she always has to take care of Daisuke when they go drinking because he drinks fast, gets drunk fast and starts dancing.
I think FOI is on June 7th?
http://www.bs-asahi.co.jp/fantasyonice/
But I'm not sure if I get this channel though. If not, I can wait until June 15th.
I think FOI is on June 7th?
http://www.bs-asahi.co.jp/fantasyonice/
But I'm not sure if I get this channel though. If not, I can wait until June 15th.
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Thanks for the information jimeonji. Immediately went to YouTube to check if his performance has been uploaded but no such luck (yet). Anyway, instead I found this 25-second video entitled "Daisuke Takahashi admired Mao Asada!!!" Judging from the triple exclamation points, the uploader must be excited about it.
This is an interview after Mao's FS at Sochi. He says that he was really moved by her performance. She must have been very nervous but she pulled through and was able to deliver everything she had. The expression on her face after she finished the performance says it all. She really worked hard and I'm very impressed.
First time for me too. (thanks again ioanap!) I really don't know my Japanese male skaters very well.
Not related to Daisuke, but I found this video after seeing the one ioanap mentioned.
He jumped while smoking! (and fell)
Reminded me of Tatsuki's new program we were talking about before.
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Should Yuzuru be scared since Akiko said she always has to take care of Daisuke when they go drinking because he drinks fast, gets drunk fast and starts dancing.
I think FOI is on June 7th?
http://www.bs-asahi.co.jp/fantasyonice/
But I'm not sure if I get this channel though. If not, I can wait until June 15th.
Yuzuru should definitely prepare for some dancing and / or karaoke sessions if he decided on going to drink with Daisuke
Last time I checked that website they said they would broadcast it on June 15th but now I see they changed it so we're actually going to see it live (in case there will be any live stream for us foreigners that is). Very exciting, thanks for pointing it out!
About Kensuke, yes, he's done R&J before Yuzuru made it famous
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Thanks, as always, for the updates ionap!!
http://www.sanspo.com/sports/photos/20140525/fig14052519070001-p1.html
(it's a gallery that includes pictures of Kana, Tatsuki, and Akiko too)
http://www.sanspo.com/sports/photos/20140525/fig14052519070001-p1.html
(it's a gallery that includes pictures of Kana, Tatsuki, and Akiko too)
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Thanks mikaboo!
I think everyone who was watching the Olympic ladies' free skate was touched by Mao's tears at the end of her program. I thought she never looked more beautiful than when she took her bows with the tears still glistening in her eyes. I differ with those who say that she skated so well because she was no longer in contention for a medal and was thus under no pressure. On the contrary, there was still enormous pressure but no longer to win gold but for redemption. Touching too to see how Daisuke, Tatsuki, and Yuzuru were willing Mao to skate her best and generally acting as fans anxious for their idol. That was a lovely TJ moment.
Thanks for the video link! That was an edgy and adult performance of Romeo, what with all that guntoting and smoking!
Might not be GP (General Patronage) material. Yes, the cigarette also reminds me of Tatsuki's "Je te veux" exhibition, while the fall reminds me of Yuzuru's 2012 Worlds Romeo and Juliet LP. 
PS. ionap, thanks for the updates. Will watch out for your alert when Daisuke's full R & J skate is uploaded.
A Cigarette and a gun... how bad@$s can you get Kensuke...
I agree with you Foruiz. I loved this performance. So different and entertaining.
Maria Victoria, I can also see why Daisuke remembered Kensuke Nakaniwa's R&J. I love his artistry.
Thanks Ioanap and Jimeonji for all the latest information on Daisuke and Mikaboo for finding this "gangsta" performance of Kensuke's.
I am so happy that Daisuke is finally back on the ice, where he belongs, but I hope he can find the time to rest his knee.
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My pleasure! But I think we will have to wait till next weekend for a full program, when we will hopefully get some fan videos from Denis Ten's show.PS. ionap, thanks for the updates. Will watch out for your alert when Daisuke's full R & J skate is uploaded.
Best shot from today, in better quality.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BoeqTwnCAAEcCCd.jpg
And 4 more large photos
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BoebkIkIUAAQQrf.jpg:large
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BoebkHiIcAAsl--.jpg:large
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BofardgIQAAPFRO.jpg:large
http://24.media.tumblr.com/8f94e9d6ab231aee4e0b64acf45c4290/tumblr_n656xv1sZW1r1qmqno1_1280.jpg
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I think we will definitely see fancams from Denis' show that starts on the 29th (only 4 more days everyone!!!). I'm happy to see him skating again, even if it is only for 15 seconds or so I've missed him. Hopefully he doesn't push himself (and his knee) too much as he has a few other shows he'll be doing this summer too. Thanks to everyone that has been posting links and pictures!!
I've missed him. Hopefully he doesn't push himself (and his knee) too much as he has a few other shows he'll be doing this summer too. Thanks to everyone that has been posting links and pictures!!
