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Careful Shoma, I know someone who skied, missed competing, and came back to skate and won the Olympic Gold Medal just a few days ago
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Careful Shoma, I know someone who skied, missed competing, and came back to skate and won the Olympic Gold Medal just a few days ago
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From what I could understand of the video, he seems to think that skiing is crazy and respects those who can do it at an Olympic level. I don't think we will see him skiing at the Olympics anytime soon.
Edit: He was doing a snowplow move down the mountain with skis instead of skates, presumably to maintain a slow speed...
I still really doubt that this will happen again, lolCareful Shoma, I know someone who skied, missed competing, and came back to skate and won the Olympic Gold Medal just a few days ago
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I honestly doubt that I'll go to Japan again for this (even though it's tempting!); I'm leaning towards traveling domestically to regain my confidence in traveling after last year's mixed bag of a Japan trip. In addition, there are also other international destinations under consideration. But if I do ultimately decide to go to Japan, of course I'll report on my experiences (even if that experience is "Wowww, that was awesome!!!But yeah I'm a bit excited because I totally didn't expect this for Shoma!! Ice Brave was truly well made, and as someone who has watched it the way they shot this Special Edition was quite exceptional even among Japan's many many many amazing ice shows.
To see it on a big screen and having the sound booming... @yuumagical if you made it to Japan and watch it in person, please share the experience with us!
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Glad to hear this. The first (and last) time I did downhill was enough for me. And I was going too fast for my snowplow to work. My advice, stick to the
hill!!!! Those Oly hills look like a death wish!!!! Adding: Oly hills is probably not correct. Mountains is more like it!!!
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I've never tried skiing before, but I will certainly heed your advice if I ever go skiing! It's useful to know that snowplowing doesn't always work.Glad to hear this. The first (and last) time I did downhill was enough for me. And I was going too fast for my snowplow to work. My advice, stick to the
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I wonder if he saw the wolfdog Nazgul race with the last two ladies in cross country skiing at the Olympics. That was really cool to watch Nazgul. As for Shoma skiing I think I just had a heart attack because of how dangerous it is. Really hope he doesn’t get hurt if he does it more in the future.
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I will only try cross country skiing. I prefer to not be on a down angle at all thank you very much.I've never tried skiing before, but I will certainly heed your advice if I ever go skiing! It's useful to know that snowplowing doesn't always work.
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Cross country skiing is a whole other ballgame. Not nearly as dangerous, but you can still get hurt. It reminded me of how Nathan used to be out and about on his skateboard. Yikes!
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Cross country is fun and a great workout.
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Satomi Ito posted the photos of Shoma's and Marin's new costume for their new Four Seasons program, skated at Ice Brave. The flower and... the bird? The beetle? Hehehe. Love the way the back looks! And of course the green velvet pants take me back right to 2015-2016.
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It seems fans never tire of seeing these costumes from many years ago! Ah, the Ladies in Lavender costume, and the yellow Turandot that was only worn at 2018 4CC. Both beautiful! Love the lavender shirt with all the beading and tucks. And of course the -- ahem! -- famous purple pants. On display now.
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An Ice Brave feature on Number Web, specifically about the relationship between Shoma and Stephane that was discussed in their separate interviews after the first show of Special Edition in Yokohama:
Also a nice free article summarizing Shoma's full interview (that was under paywall) about some programs in Ice Brave:
number.bunshun.jp
Reflecting on the show: “It turned out exactly like the show I had imagined. From 1 to 2, and then in the Special Edition, Stéphane joined again. In my own way of seeing it, I think it gained a sense of story. It became something like a summary of the past year—filled with gratitude and with the path I’ve taken so far.”
Skating Gravity with Stephane: “The timing I used when I was competing was very different from Stéphane’s. It was so different that I worked hard to match him. Since this piece was created by Stéphane, it made me realize, ‘Ah, this is how he originally wanted the music phrased—it wasn’t there.’” (laughs)
On the new ice dance program with Marin: “Since this was the final stop of Ice Brave, I wanted to raise the level one more step. Compared to Wild Side, there are fewer single-skating elements that we’re used to, and more ice dance elements. Even though we’re beginners in ice dance, we didn’t want to go easy on ourselves. We packed the program with things we couldn’t do yet so we could grow as skaters."
“The piece itself is about four minutes long and very demanding. Wild Side was more show-like, but this time we wanted something with tension closer to a real competition. The moments that feel most amazing are when our timing lines up, when the speed builds, or when a big lift works. We pushed ourselves to the absolute limit of what we could do.”
On his Michael Jackson EX program: “Actually, Michael Jackson was something I was really bad at. I started going to dance lessons during the ice show rehearsals, and that was really important. Also, Tsune-cchi (Tsunehito Karakawa) practiced with me until late at night—so much that he turned pale. Learning from him helped a lot. I feel like I’m gradually expanding my repertoire.”
“When we practiced this song, even the people who weren’t originally in the number started memorizing it. When I asked Rika Hongo about it, she said, ‘I want everyone to perform it together.’ We connected that feeling of fun into the show itself."
"Back when I was competing, feeling that something was fun helped me grow a lot. So I think when a performance is serious but also fun, the audience can feel that enjoyment too.”
On the future: “I definitely want to do another show."
"Even during my competitive career, I wasn’t the kind of person who carried everything alone or felt like I was carrying Japan on my back. In an ice show, it’s important to improve things I can’t do—but there are also many staff members and performers. So when there are things I can’t do, I get help. I may be the main performer, but I want it to feel like everyone stands side by side, carrying the show together. I want to create an ice show where everyone enjoys themselves and everyone shines.”
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Also a little bit of the first program Shoma spoke about in the interview:
Also a nice free article summarizing Shoma's full interview (that was under paywall) about some programs in Ice Brave:
「大ちゃん（高橋大輔）やゆづくん（羽生結弦）とは違う自分の強みって何？」宇野昌磨が語る『Ice Brave』にかけた想い…ランビエルコーチや本田真凜とも共演（野口美惠）
まさに、宇野昌磨の第二の人生が始まったといえるアイスショーだった。昨年6月に「Ice Brave」が愛知で開幕し、11月の京都公演からは「2」に、そして千秋楽の新横浜公演は「Special Edition」（1月30日～2月1日）と、内容を変
number.bunshun.jp
Reflecting on the show: “It turned out exactly like the show I had imagined. From 1 to 2, and then in the Special Edition, Stéphane joined again. In my own way of seeing it, I think it gained a sense of story. It became something like a summary of the past year—filled with gratitude and with the path I’ve taken so far.”
Skating Gravity with Stephane: “The timing I used when I was competing was very different from Stéphane’s. It was so different that I worked hard to match him. Since this piece was created by Stéphane, it made me realize, ‘Ah, this is how he originally wanted the music phrased—it wasn’t there.’” (laughs)
On the new ice dance program with Marin: “Since this was the final stop of Ice Brave, I wanted to raise the level one more step. Compared to Wild Side, there are fewer single-skating elements that we’re used to, and more ice dance elements. Even though we’re beginners in ice dance, we didn’t want to go easy on ourselves. We packed the program with things we couldn’t do yet so we could grow as skaters."
“The piece itself is about four minutes long and very demanding. Wild Side was more show-like, but this time we wanted something with tension closer to a real competition. The moments that feel most amazing are when our timing lines up, when the speed builds, or when a big lift works. We pushed ourselves to the absolute limit of what we could do.”
On his Michael Jackson EX program: “Actually, Michael Jackson was something I was really bad at. I started going to dance lessons during the ice show rehearsals, and that was really important. Also, Tsune-cchi (Tsunehito Karakawa) practiced with me until late at night—so much that he turned pale. Learning from him helped a lot. I feel like I’m gradually expanding my repertoire.”
“When we practiced this song, even the people who weren’t originally in the number started memorizing it. When I asked Rika Hongo about it, she said, ‘I want everyone to perform it together.’ We connected that feeling of fun into the show itself."
"Back when I was competing, feeling that something was fun helped me grow a lot. So I think when a performance is serious but also fun, the audience can feel that enjoyment too.”
On the future: “I definitely want to do another show."
"Even during my competitive career, I wasn’t the kind of person who carried everything alone or felt like I was carrying Japan on my back. In an ice show, it’s important to improve things I can’t do—but there are also many staff members and performers. So when there are things I can’t do, I get help. I may be the main performer, but I want it to feel like everyone stands side by side, carrying the show together. I want to create an ice show where everyone enjoys themselves and everyone shines.”
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Also a little bit of the first program Shoma spoke about in the interview:
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Shoma on live radio today, likely talking about Ice Brave's upcoming theatrical release:
He's having Ichiran tonkotsu ramen for breakfast in the studio for some reason
good for him. It's his and Marin's go-to whenever they have late practices (Ichiran's outlet in Tokyo and around are open for 24 hours). It's also what he eats near Nagoya station after commuting from his practices and trips.
He's having Ichiran tonkotsu ramen for breakfast in the studio for some reason
good for him. It's his and Marin's go-to whenever they have late practices (Ichiran's outlet in Tokyo and around are open for 24 hours). It's also what he eats near Nagoya station after commuting from his practices and trips.
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Some notes from the ONE-J radio session:
Shoma was asked about where he put his Olympic medals, but he doesn't know where they are. He said, “It might sound strange to say I’m not really interested in past achievements, but every day I’m just focused on what I want to do right now.”
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After turning professional, Shoma realized he couldn’t survive on past achievements alone, so he started posting on social media himself. He also took an objective view of the situation with his anti-fans, noting that, if his anti-fans have disappeared, it was all over.
Alone in a vast arena, he landed seven jumps with a 70% success rate despite his nerves. Reflecting on himself while watching the Olympics, he reportedly thought, “I did pretty well.”
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When asked, “How about making a competitive comeback in ice dancing?” Shoma replied, “Let me think about it.” When asked further “So you’re not ruling it out?” Shoma laughed it off…
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Shoma doesn't slurp his ramen - he eats it quietly like he would eat pasta.
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Shoma was asked about where he put his Olympic medals, but he doesn't know where they are. He said, “It might sound strange to say I’m not really interested in past achievements, but every day I’m just focused on what I want to do right now.”
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After turning professional, Shoma realized he couldn’t survive on past achievements alone, so he started posting on social media himself. He also took an objective view of the situation with his anti-fans, noting that, if his anti-fans have disappeared, it was all over.
Alone in a vast arena, he landed seven jumps with a 70% success rate despite his nerves. Reflecting on himself while watching the Olympics, he reportedly thought, “I did pretty well.”
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When asked, “How about making a competitive comeback in ice dancing?” Shoma replied, “Let me think about it.” When asked further “So you’re not ruling it out?” Shoma laughed it off…
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Shoma doesn't slurp his ramen - he eats it quietly like he would eat pasta.
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