Rika Kihira: “Right after I started ice dance, I injured my right knee ligament in a spin fall, and later, during another spin practice, I fractured a rib. Both injuries have mostly healed! This year, I won’t get injured!”
Rika Kihira revealed she suffered a right knee ligament injury and a rib fracture last year but has mostly recovered [...]
Rika Kihira and Shingo Nishiyama: “It’s a miracle we’ve come this far in just two and a half months. Next season, we will definitely win at Nationals.”
Rika Kihira and Shingo Nishiyama on their debut season. original source: Nikkansports 22nd. December 2025 [...]
Shingo Nishiyama: “I want to help Rika stand at the center of the podium at Nationals. That’s where she belongs. I want to work hard so we can get there as soon as possible.”
Rika Kihira and Shingo Nishiyama about the upcoming Japanese Nationals. original source: Hochi News dd. 13th [...]
Rika Kihira: “I knew Shingo was aiming for the Olympics, so I worried, ‘What if I’m not suited for this?’ or ‘I don’t want to hold him back.’ But we’ve been improving so quickly every day, and I feel like if we keep learning at this pace, we’ll get there.”
Rika Kihira and Shingo Nishiyama made their ice dance debut with a third-place finish at the Western Japan [...]
“There’s so much more training we’ll need to do to reach our ultimate goal. I’m determined to keep working hard toward the 2030 Olympics.” Kihira and Nishiyama on their debut in ice dance
Kihira and Nishiyama Start in Ice Dance original source: news.yahoo.co.jp dd. November 3d, 2025 View [...]
Romain Haguenauer: “Rika and Shingo immediately clicked as partners. Of course, there’s a lot to learn but they are very serious about their goals, and their aim is to compete at the Japanese Nationals this season.”
Coach Romain Haguenauer Discusses Rika Kihira’s Ice Dance Plans original source: Sports by Maya Bagriantseva [...]
“We began this trial as quickly as possible, knowing it would be a race against time. As long as there is even a small chance, I can’t allow myself to back down from the challenge.” Rika Kihira on transition to ice dance
Rika Kihira Transitions to Ice Dance with Shingo Nishiyama original source: Nikkansports, September 29th, 2025 by [...]
“I started this journey because I believe it’s worth pursuing so long as there’s even the slightest chance of making it.” Rika Kihira switches to ice dance and formed partnership with Shingo Nishiyama
Rika Kihira Embarks on Ice Dance Journey with New Partner Shingo Nishiyama original source: Nikkansports, September [...]
“I’ve been struggling with the inability to practice freely, leaving me feeling both anxious and regretful.” Rika Kihira withdraws from Chubu Regionals, ending bid for Milan-Cortina 2026
Rika Kihira withdraws from Chubu Regionals, ending bid for Milan-Cortina 2026 original source: Nikkansports, [...]
Rika Kihira: “Over these past few years, due to the effects of my injury, I often struggled. I avoided confronting my current situation, lost sight of myself, and lost confidence.”
Rika Kihira reflects on her challenges and dreams ahead of her return to competitive skating. original source: [...]
Rika Kihira: “God has given me these experiences to make me stronger. Through everything I’ve experienced, I believe it will lead to deeper performances.”
Rika Kihira reflects on her challenges and dreams ahead of her return to competitive skating. original source: [...]
Rika Kihira: “There are only about two months left before competitions really begin, so I can’t help but feel anxious. Still, I want to do everything I can and embrace even the smallest chances.”
Rika Kihira reflects on injury, recovery, and her determination to chase Olympic dreams. original source: Tokyo [...]
Rika Kihira resumes training with Brian Orser and Tracy Wilson
Rika Kihira shares latest jump video as she aims for full recovery original source: Instagram View this [...]
Rika Kihira: “While I’m still unable to practice jumps that put significant strain on my body, I’ve been working on full run-throughs of various programs instead.”
Rika Kihira shares current condition as she aims for a full comeback from injury. original source: Tokyo Sports dd. [...]
“The fatigue fracture is almost healed, and I have been able to resume daily ice training. However, the doctor has advised that I’m still not in a condition to perform fully without worry.” Rika Kihira taking a break for the season
Rika Kihira announced she will take a break for the entire season. original source: Instagram View this [...]
“There may be some tough moments ahead this year, but I’ll try my best to stay positive.” Rika Kihira will miss the entire 2023/24 season
Rika Kihira will miss the entire 2023/2024 season. View this post on Instagram A post shared by [...]
“In pursuit of my dream for the 2026 Milan Olympics, I made the decision to prioritize the complete recovery of my injury this year.” Rika Kihira withdrew from Skate Canada
Rika Kihira withdrew from 2023 Skate Canada. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rika [...]
Rika Kihira has decided to prioritize the complete recovery of the injury this year and will skip the qualifying event for Nationals and Worlds
Rika Kihira has decided to prioritize her complete recovery and will skip the qualifying event for Japanese [...]
Rika Kihira: “Although it was a season where I did what I could and it wasn’t a bad season, I don’t consider it a complete comeback.”
Interview with Rika Kihira. About recovery from injury, past season and plans for the new one. View this [...]
“The fracture line has become much thinner. But honestly, it’s scary that this line is still there…” Rika Kihira about her injury
Rika Kihira about her injury and plans for the future. View this post on Instagram A post shared [...]
“It’s the last minute, but I want to make it in the free program.” Rika Kihira restored triple lutz and plans to add it to her free program at Nationals.
Rika Kihira restored triple lutz and plans to add it to her free program at the Japanese Nationals. View [...]
Brian Orser: “No new Hanyu can appear – he is the only one. But there will be new stars, and they will have their own era.”
Interview with Brian Orser for Russian media. About Rika Kihira, Boyang Jin, Jason Brown, Junhwan Cha, Yuzuru Hanyu, [...]
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Inna Goncharenko: In Japan they also learn quads and axels. Just keep quiet
Inna Goncharenko summed up the result of Grand Prix series, shared her opinion about Alina Zagitova, Alena Kostornaia, [...]