Kana Muramoto/Daisuke Takahashi Cheer Thread

[sap5]

Loved this RD. The one thing I wonder about is Kana's outfit. I feel like it was too distracting and hid a lot of the beautiful movements she was making with her arms.

 

[Spun Silver]

Loved this RD. The one thing I wonder about is Kana's outfit. I feel like it was too distracting and hid a lot of the beautiful movements she was making with her arms.

Ooh, I love that dress! They're such a contrast in this program, he's like a wild man and she's so elegant and stylish in that modernist kimono. It works!

 

[Spun Silver]

I really like that program! So different from what everyone else is doing!

Same. Did Zoueva choreograph it? If so, it seems way out of her wheelhouse. Well done, whoever did it.

 

[sap5]

Same. Did Zoueva choreograph it? If so, it seems way out of her wheelhouse. Well done, whoever did it.

I don't think it's out of her wheelhouse. She does a good job learning about different types of music/styles of dance and adapting them to ice.

 

[easilydistracte]

Same. Did Zoueva choreograph it? If so, it seems way out of her wheelhouse. Well done, whoever did it.

I don't think it's out of her wheelhouse. She does a good job learning about different types of music/styles of dance and adapting them to ice.

I seem to recall that--in an interview Muramoto&Takahashi gave earlier this year--Kana stated that she thought Dai should get a choreography credit for the RD. So, maybe a collaborative effort among the members of the team?

 

[overedge]

I really like that program! So different from what everyone else is doing!

It is, and it's so refreshing. Really well thought-out and so beautifully performed.

 

[easilydistracte]

2021 NHK Trophy - RD

Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI RD 2021 NHK Trophy(ISU)

Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI RD 2021 NHK Trophy(ISU) [スポーツ] 6 Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI JPN 70.74 39.86 30.88 7.65 7.40 7.75 7.95 7.85 ...

www.nicovideo.jp

On a completely shallow note--check out Dai's arms at 00:37 of that^ video.

 

[Spun Silver]

On a completely shallow note--check out Dai's arms at 00:37 of that^ video.

I definitely did. Eye-popping!

 

[Vash01]

They were wonderful in the FD. Loved the costumes too.

 

[ostile17]

Same. Did Zoueva choreograph it? If so, it seems way out of her wheelhouse. Well done, whoever did it.

Choreo is by Marina Zoueva, Ilia Tkachenko and Japanese choreographer Koyo Yanai

 

[ostile17]

They were splendid today!

Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI FD 2021 NHK Trophy​

Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI JPN
108.76 60.64 48.12 7.85 7.80 8.15 8.15 8.15 0.00 #4

【ロシア解説】Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI FD 2021 NHK Trophy

【ロシア解説】Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI FD 2021 NHK Trophy [スポーツ] Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI JPN108.76 60.64 48.12 7.85 7.80 8.15 8.15 8.15 0.00 #4

www.nicovideo.jp

 

[deegee]

On a completely shallow note--check out Dai's arms at 00:37 of that^ video.

they have the best musical transition btw the mb section and hip hop section. also, they are really good at the hip hop dance moves they incorporated into the choreography, much better than a lot of the top teams.

 

[soogar]

I'm really getting into this team. I like the dynamic of two similarly sized skaters paired together because they focus on the step elements as opposed to crazy lifts. I love Japanese themed RD as well. I think they bring a different view and it is exciting to see Daisuke receive so much press for his participation in ice dance. I think it will help promote the discipline in Japan and more skaters will want to compete in it. The Japanese skaters have such beautiful skating skills and edges, no reason for them not to be successful in ice dance.

 

[deegee]

Loved this RD. The one thing I wonder about is Kana's outfit. I feel like it was too distracting and hid a lot of the beautiful movements she was making with her arms.

i MUCH preferred the original rd costume! i hope they go back to it by the olympics.

 

[soogar]

They were splendid today!

Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI FD 2021 NHK Trophy​

Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI JPN
108.76 60.64 48.12 7.85 7.80 8.15 8.15 8.15 0.00 #4

【ロシア解説】Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI FD 2021 NHK Trophy

【ロシア解説】Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI FD 2021 NHK Trophy [スポーツ] Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI JPN108.76 60.64 48.12 7.85 7.80 8.15 8.15 8.15 0.00 #4

www.nicovideo.jp

OMG He improved so much. It's really inspiring to see the same program performed after a year of work. He improved the lifts immensely and the levels as well. It so clear that he committed to learning this discipline. And after all that wear and tear his body had after singles skating.

 

[ostile17]

i MUCH preferred the original rd costume! i hope they go back to it by the olympics.

The ones they used at LDI were not costumes, they were regular clothes that Dai adjusted with paper scissors just for the occasion. They are not going back to those for sure! They may change them or modify them though, they usually do. Dai always went through several costume changes during the seasons.

 

[ostile17]

Much better quality and English commentary by Mark Henretty

Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI - FD - 2021 NHK Trophy (English commentary)

【ISU英語解説】Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI FD 2021 NHK Trophy

【ISU英語解説】Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI FD 2021 NHK Trophy [スポーツ] Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI JPN108.76 60.64 48.12 7.85 7.80 8.15 8.15 8.15 0.00 #4

www.nicovideo.jp

 

[Vash01]

No disrespect to Komatsubara and Koletto but M/T scored higher than them at NHK. If they score higher again at their nationals, what are the chances of them making the Olympic team ahead of the more experienced pair? Does Japan have two spots or just one for Ice dance in 2022?

 

[kittyjake5]

One spot.

 

[soogar]

Well if they hold up they should get that spot. It's a shame for the other team, but long term, I think that putting Daisuke on the Olympic team for ice dance will further interest in ice dance in Japan than the other team.

 

[Taso]

Much better quality and English commentary by Mark Henretty

Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI - FD - 2021 NHK Trophy (English commentary)

【ISU英語解説】Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI FD 2021 NHK Trophy

【ISU英語解説】Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI FD 2021 NHK Trophy [スポーツ] Kana MURAMOTO / Daisuke TAKAHASHI JPN108.76 60.64 48.12 7.85 7.80 8.15 8.15 8.15 0.00 #4

www.nicovideo.jp

That was truly, truly beautiful. Wow. This must be seen at the Olympics, it would inspire many.

ETA: I am also just beyond impressed with Daisuke's ability to adjust his expression to complement and not over power Kana. His presence on the ice as an individual skater I experienced as enormous - the only time I saw him live was 2005 Worlds and despite many falls his presence was the most engaging of the night, to me. I really think it is special to see him adjust in relation to his partner after being such a top tier singles skater for so long. Talk about versatility!

 

[Spun Silver]

Also Kana is back to shinimg like the star she is. She looks as light as a feather in those lifts (well, except when he dumps her on his shoulder in the choreo lift). These two programs are perfect for the Olympics. They're just beautiful to watch. I predict many invitations to shows will be coming in too.

 

[deegee]

The ones they used at LDI were not costumes, they were regular clothes that Dai adjusted with paper scissors just for the occasion. They are not going back to those for sure! They may change them or modify them though, they usually do. Dai always went through several costume changes during the seasons.

dang. well, that's a shame. i very much prefer the vibe those original costumes gave the program

 

[soogar]

That was truly, truly beautiful. Wow. This must be seen at the Olympics, it would inspire many.

ETA: I am also just beyond impressed with Daisuke's ability to adjust his expression to complement and not over power Kana. His presence on the ice as an individual skater I experienced as enormous - the only time I saw him live was 2005 Worlds and despite many falls his presence was the most engaging of the night, to me. I really think it is special to see him adjust in relation to his partner after being such a top tier singles skater for so long. Talk about versatility!

I agree. What he's doing is unbelievable and really shows his commitment to ice dance. Dave Lease commented on his show that Daisuke was a huge fan of Meryl Davis. If that is true, he must have admired the discipline of ice dance for a really long time and it shows, because he's really working with his partner and trying to adjust to all the difficulty of matching his expression with another person. I also think that Kana matches him really well in her expressions and movements. In the RD with the hip hop section, she matched him all the way in expression and movement.

Ice dance is really difficult and he has achieved so much in singles skating. I am truly amazed that he has the energy and motivation to completely change directions in his career.

 

[Vash01]

Daisuke was one of my favorite singles skaters. When I read he would come back as ice dancer, I was excited because we would see him skate again. I didn't expect him to be competitive at This Level.

What he has achieved is mind boggling. I have seen singles skaters (mostly women, I think) get into pairs, and pairs skaters becoming singles skaters (like Rudy Galindo- great achievement for him). Ice dance is so different! No jumps and have to do difficult footwork next to a partner, in unison. Daisuke bulked up so he could do the lifts. His commitment is amazing. Kana is a very good partner. I am so happy for their success!

Daisuke is 35 now. This may be his last chance to go to the Olympics and make history. The only thing that would make me sad if they make it to the 2022 Olympics is that Komatsubara-Kolet would miss their chance. Have they been to an Olympics yet?

 

[sap5]

Marina’s classical style is difficult to do well. M/T are really pushing themselves and learning a lot about ice dance. I admire their dedication to the sport.

 

[MsZem]

Daisuke is 35 now. This may be his last chance to go to the Olympics and make history. The only thing that would make me sad if they make it to the 2022 Olympics is that Komatsubara-Koleto would miss their chance. Have they been to an Olympics yet?

They have not. The Reeds represented Japan in 2010 and 2014, and then Kana went in 2018 when she skated with Chris Reed.

Takahashi has improved so much since last season. I feel a bit like when I first saw Valentina Marchei doing pairs - why didn't he do it earlier? It's a great fit for his abilities, and a bit more time to train would have been good for him.

Their RD is my favorite so far this season.

 

[miffy]

I hope they will carry on another couple of seasons, if they are this much improved in a year imagine what they could be like in another! They are obviously enjoying the challenge so I hope it isn’t just about going to the Olympics and they might stick around, especially if a lot of teams retire.

 

[zigzig]

I love their RD A LOT. I liked the direction of their FD but the music cuts didn't really work for me and his costume was FUG.

 

[ChelleC]

Their RD is one of my favorites of the season, and the FD is much improved over last season.

I hope they are able to stay in for a year or two, I'd love to see just where they can go.