Yuzuru Hanyu: “I’ve become able to rely on the people around me.”
Yuzuru Hanyu for “ESSE” magazine.
original source: news.yahoo.co.jp dd. 1st December 2024
Yuzuru Hanyu continues to challenge new expressions even after turning professional. He graces the cover of the New Year’s issue of “ESSE” magazine. He told about changes in his mindset. Here’s a translation of his comments.
During the photo shoot, he chose the background music himself which included songs by his close friend and musician Daisei Miyagawa whom he has also collaborated with in ice shows. As he smoothly moved his body just like during an actual show, cheers erupted from the staff.
“I’ve become able to rely on the people around me,” he said.
“During my competitive days, there was pressure to carry everyone’s expectations and produce results. But since becoming a professional and getting involved in the direction and composition of shows, I’ve been able to rely on the expertise of professionals in various fields and expand my own world. Maybe it’s because I’ve grown up (laughs). It feels like I can cherish myself because I’ve become able to cherish those around me.”
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