“When I retire, I don’t want to have any regrets. If that’s the case, I want to take on the challenge of jumping quads.” Rinka Watanabe works on quad salchow and will skate to Moana OST
Rinka Watanabe about preparation for the Olympic season. original source: Nikkansports dd. May 5th 2025 by Daisuke [...]
Rinka Watanabe: “It was a very frustrating competition. However, successfully landing the axel is something to be proud of.”
Rinka Watanabe on her performance at the Cup of China 2024. original source: Nikkansports dd. 24th November 2024 by [...]
“Sometimes you need to set aside your pride and make steady progress.” Rinka Wanatabe on winning silver at Skate America and not attempting triple axel here
Rinka Watanabe on winning silver at Skate America. original source: Nikkansports / Nikkansports View [...]
Rinka Watanabe: “I think the sun shines equally on everyone, but the moonlight seems to illuminate each person like a spotlight. I realized the necessity to confront oneself within the moonlight.”
Rinka Watanabe about the upcoming season. original source: Nikkansports / Hochi News View this post on [...]
Rinka Watanabe: “Even if the results don’t come immediately, it will be good if the results show up when the Grand Prix Series start a month from now. Right now, it’s crucial to enhance the “content.”
Rinka Watanabe about start of the season. original source: Nikkansports dd. 21st September 2024 View [...]
Rinka Watanabe: “If I can’t master the quadruple jump this offseason, I might think of quitting skating. I have to feel it.”
Translation of Rinka Watanabe's comments about her short program at the Four Continents Championships and goal to [...]
Rinka Watanabe: “I see it as a season where I can gain a lot of experience. From the next season onwards, it won’t be as forgiving, and I’ll need to achieve good results consistently.”
Translation of Rinka Watanabe's comment about her performance at the Cup of China Grand Prix. original source: [...]
Rinka Watanabe: “I participated in all international competitions last season, so I hope that it can become the norm for me rather than a miracle.”
Rinka Watanabe about start of the season. View this post on Instagram A post shared by [...]
“We need to break down the fixed notions that exist in the sports world. For example, the idea that athletes won’t develop without strict coaching.” Kensuke Nakaniwa coach of Rinka Watanabe
Translation of the article and interview with Kensuke Nakaniwa, Japanese former single skater, coach of Rinka [...]
“Costumes are important not only for a good performance but also to boost motivation. When people around you say ‘that looks great,’ it lifts your spirits.” Designer Taketoshi Hara who created costumes for Takahashi, Lambiel, Hanyu and Sakamoto
Interview with costume designer Taketoshi Hara who created costumes for Daisuke Takahashi, Stephane Lambiel, Yuzuru [...]
Rinka Watanabe: “There were many times when I thought, ‘I want to quit.’ In the end, I thought that if I quit now, I would regret it for the rest of my life.”
Interview with Rinka Watanabe. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rinka WATANABE [...]
Rinka Watanabe: “There are times when I wonder if I’m good enough, but standing on the ice at competitions I’m proud to be able to see the scenery that I saw from the outside nine years ago.”
Article and small interview with Rinka Watanabe ahead of World Championships. Reasons for a breakthrough season and [...]