Kazuki Tomono

[KiraraChin]

I think it's amazing that Kazuki and Nobu went all the way to Fukuoka to see Ice Brave - it's not particularly close! Granted Japan has excellent transportation links, but I had a look and it's about the same distance as going from London to Edinburgh in the UK! I think it's really touching that, Kazuki, who is still competing and preparing for the Olympic season, literally went the extra mile to see his friend's show

They went to eat Motsunabe, which is a Fukuoka delicacy: A regional Japanese hot pot dish with plump beef offal, garlic chives, cabbage, and tofu simmered in a creamy miso broth



The other thing: Fans noticed that Kazuki was wearing a limited-edition DA PUMP t-shirt! Remember his collaboration with Issa from DA PUMP at FaOI 2023?

 

[KiraraChin]

In other news, Kazuki posted about the Naniwa Figure Skating Festival and FaOI on Instagram:

 

[kwanette]

They were quite hysterical too at their seats based on fan reports Nobu was super excited at everything. Kazuki started grooving on his seat when Legends started, he really like that program... they all yelled cheers whenever a skater came close to the point that Kazuki had to make Nobu stop because he was reaching out and making emotional faces to Rika who was skating Dancing on My Own

Thanks for the information..Two happy boys!

 

[KiraraChin]

Chunichi Shimbun podcast once again talks about Kazuki: 'The world view that only Tomono can portray, and the costume that only Tomono can pull off'

 

[Arriba627]

^^^Still love that multicolored costume. I imagine there's no chance he would use it again this year!

 

[KiraraChin]

^^^Still love that multicolored costume. I imagine there's no chance he would use it again this year!

Maybe not this year, but he has performed Tshegue in shows before, so I'm sure we'll see it again!

Meanwhile, following Kazuki and Nobu's visit to Fukuoka, Paoz drew this adorable illustration of Koza and Usopp having motsunabe together:

 

[KiraraChin]

JSF announced their domestic competition schedule for next season, and Kinki Championships will take place on 2-5 Oct in Kyoto. That means that Kazuki *could* in theory do a challenger in September...

 

[KiraraChin]

Kazuki (with the Dreams on Ice boys) sends a message to fans:


and a new upcoming announcement from Daiichi Juken:

 

[kwanette]

Kazuki (with the Dreams on Ice boys) sends a message to fans:


and a new upcoming announcement from Daiichi Juken:

The cutest boy is the leader!

 

[kwanette]

https://mainichi.jp/graphs/20250627/mpj/00m/050/148000f/20250627mpj00m050260000p Scroll through the gallery..Lots of pics of Kazuki!!

 

[surimi]

JSF announced their domestic competition schedule for next season, and Kinki Championships will take place on 2-5 Oct in Kyoto. That means that Kazuki *could* in theory do a challenger in September...

I hope he does! He deserves it. Where would you prefer for him to be sent to?
I hope that this season of all seasons, as many Japanese skaters as possible get chances to skate internationally. One never knows how the season might go, and who might get to skate in the Olympics and WC in the end, both in men and women. Preparation and exposure is everything.

 

[KiraraChin]

Where would you prefer for him to be sent to?

It would be nice to see him at Nepela for once

https://mainichi.jp/graphs/20250627/mpj/00m/050/148000f/20250627mpj00m050260000p Scroll through the gallery..Lots of pics of Kazuki!!

Thank you for sharing! I like what the photographer wrote: "Kazuki Tomono, who scratched his head after his performance, perhaps because of a fall in a jump. The new SP is a danceable program, which is typical of Tomono. He's so groovy that we got into the groove too, and it was hard for us to photograph..."

So yeah, he fell on his quads yesterday (surprise, surprise lol) but it seems he did better today! Everyone continues to say his new SP is amazing.

Here are some more pictures (he really likes the Underground costume, doesn't he )



Press report from yesterday: https://mainichi.jp/articles/20250627/k00/00m/050/260000c

Figure Skating DOI: Tomono Kazuki's new SP with deep bass steps gets the crowd excited

The figure skating ice show "Dream on Ice (DOI)" opened on the 27th at the Kose Shin-Yokohama Skate Center in Yokohama. Men's skater Kazuki Tomono (Daiichi Juken Group) skated to the new short program (SP) "That's It (I'm Crazy)."

The song features a deep bass and up-tempo rhythm. Although he was unable to land any of the quadruple jumps cleanly, he landed a triple axel (three and a half rotation jump) with ease, and thrilled the audience with his sharp movements in the end.

The performances will run until the 29th. In order to get closer to the atmosphere of the competition, each group will have a six-minute practice session before their performance, just like in a competition.

 

[KiraraChin]

A few more DOI pics:





He landed 4S2T during his SP today... and then stepped out on the 3A

 

[kwanette]

https://x.com/LambdacCha_829/status/1939212778365165605 The pic of Kaori, Wakaba and Kazuki made me misty-eyed..

 

[surimi]

It would be nice to see him at Nepela for once

It totally would! I wouldn't hesitate for a second and rush there to see him.
I'm not sure now if JSF have published their calendar yet? But they've been notoriously neglecting Slovakia since Mitsuki and Rika Kihira times, sadly.

 

[KiraraChin]

https://x.com/LambdacCha_829/status/1939212778365165605 The pic of Kaori, Wakaba and Kazuki made me misty-eyed..

Yes, and here's a good clip of the moment:


To think the three of them will be retired next season...

 

[kwanette]

Yes, and here's a good clip of the moment:


To think the three of them will be retired next season...

Awww

 

[KiraraChin]

This is soooo good and addictive. I'm obsessed

 

[kwanette]

This is soooo good and addictive. I'm obsessed

I may have watched it 4 times..too kool for school!!

 

[KiraraChin]

A more high-quality video, courtesy of @synesthesia - thank you so much!

DOI 2025_Kazuki Tomono.mp4

drive.google.com

So.... How are we feeling?

I'm obsessed with his programme, it showcases his personality and musicality so well. Of course, the proof is in the pudding, I mean the quads, but I don't even care at this point, I just want to see him skate It's also a better contrast to Halston than Underground was.

Some details: the spins look really good, did you notice the arm variation that reminded me of his EX 'Don't fall in love'. Also, despite the obvious issues, both quads seem bigger than before!