Riku-Ryu, Japan’s Olympic Gold-Winning Figure Skaters, Make 1st Public Appearance Since Announcing Engagement
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara — a figure skating pair known by the nickname “Riku-ryu” who took gold at the Milan-Cortina Olympics — attended a press conference held by cosmetic company Shiseido in Tokyo on Monday.
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara, the Japanese figure skating duo renowned as "Riku-Ryu" and Olympic gold medalists, made their first public appearance since announcing their engagement at a press conference in Tokyo on Monday. This came after the unveiling of a promotional video featuring the pair for cosmetic company Shiseido's flagship brand, "Elixir".
On stage, the couple received a bouquet and exchanged smiles with the media. Ryuichi Kihara, 34, showcased a lift with Miura, 24, during the event. Reflecting on the video shoot, they read letters to themselves ten years into the future. Miura expressed her aspiration to become a coach who nurtures pair skaters, ensuring Japan's representation in global competitions.
In the same letter, Kihara emphasized their desire to age gracefully together, together for 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, and 60 years.
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