Yuzuru Hanyu's 29-year-old appearance, special moments taken by Mika Ninagawa are brought back to life in two photo books!
Yuzuru Hanyu Photobook Shin / Yuzuru Hanyu Photobook Gi
Panel exhibitions will be held in 47 prefectures across Japan + Taiwan
The long-awaited photo books co-starring professional figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu and photographer Mika Ninagawa, ``Yuzuru Hanyu Photo Album Shin'' and ``Yuzuru Hanyu Photo Album Gi'' will be released simultaneously on Friday, November 1st. Yuzuru Hanyu, who has set numerous records to date, is shown expressing his "heart" and "skills" in eight situations, and this is Ninagawa's fourth work. This photo book approaches a new side of Hanyu with two different styles: ``Shin,'' which is entirely black and white, and ``Gi,'' which is painted in bright colors
Comments from Yuzuru Hanyu and Mika Ninagawa
“This year too, we had Mika Ninagawa take our photos. We prepared a variety of sets, so I hope you can enjoy each view of the world. I did my best, too!”
Yuzuru Hanyu
``I feel like the hurdles for Yuzuru Hanyu's photo shoot are getting higher every time I shoot.Each time, I go into it thinking, ``I'll make sure it's a good one,'' but this time too, it far exceeded my expectations.'' You showed me your expression.”
Mika Ninagawa
[Yuzuru Hanyu Photobook Shin] Overview
- All monochrome composition
- Hanyu exclusive interview “Shin”
- Q&A session from fans
- Also includes making-of shots and columns.
- A total of 91 cuts in 5 scenes, including a figure being hit by the rain.
"Shin" records in beautiful monochrome expressions the many moments in which Hanyu, now in his second year since turning professional, has taken on challenges with his inquisitive spirit and unwavering passion.
[Yuzuru Hanyu Photobook Gi] Overview
- All color composition
- Hanyu exclusive interview “Gi”
- Also includes the latest activity records such as ice show "RE_PRAY" and "notte stellata 2024"
- 6 situations with cherry blossoms and sunflowers in the background, 101 shots in total
``Gi'' captures Hanyu's growth as a figure skater and the expressiveness he has cultivated over the past 29 years.
A national panel exhibition and special exhibition will be held to commemorate the release of the photo book.
To commemorate the release of this photo book, panel exhibitions will be held at bookstores in 47 prefectures nationwide and in Taiwan starting October 30th. In addition, Hanyu's dynamic image will be displayed on an extra-large panel at Kinokuniya Bookstore Shinjuku Main Store. Please come and experience the charm of Yuzuru Hanyu at a venue near you.
Book information for Yuzuru Hanyu photo book
"Yuzuru Hanyu Photo Book Shin" (AERA Special Edition)
ISBN: 9784023323742
Price: 4400 yen (tax included)
Release date: November 1, 2024
Format: A4 (width 210 x height 297), 112 pages, all monochrome
"Yuzuru Hanyu Photo Book Gi" (AERA Special Edition)
ISBN: 9784023323759
Price: 4400 yen (tax included)
Release date: November 1, 2024
Format: A4 (width 210 x height 297), 112 pages, full color
A filming making video is also available!
A behind-the-scenes video of the shooting scene has also been released. Please take a look behind the scenes at Yuzuru Hanyu and Mika Ninagawa's production.
Please enjoy Yuzuru Hanyu's charm through the photo collection and exhibition.
■Press release source - Asahi Shimbun Publishing Co., Ltd.
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