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- Aug 16, 2018
Oh, you know, no big deal! Just one of the biggest anime franchises in the world and the top amateur and professional figure skaters in Japan joining forces. Yes, it's Eiichiro Oda's ONE PIECE coming to life on ice, with the 2-time reigning World Champion, 3-time Olympic medalist Shoma Uno steering the metaphorical ship.
Full information is on the website https://www.onepiece-on-ice.com/ that can easily be read by Google Translate, but some information nonetheless:
What is ONE PIECE on Ice?
Based on a shonen manga by Eiichiro Oda, which is serialized in the weekly "Shonen Jump" magazine to rave reviews.
Since its serialization began in 1997, the series has quickly gained popularity, selling more than 510 million copies worldwide (as of April 2023).
The "Alabasta Arc" was made into an animated TV series from 2001 to 2002, and is a popular episode among fans. Set in the desert kingdom of "Alabasta," which is on the verge of collapse due to a conspiracy by the mysterious secret society "Baroque Works," Princess Vivi and the "Straw Hat Pirates" led by the main character Monkey D. Luffy stand up to save the kingdom. The story is set in the desert kingdom of "Alabasta".
In "ONE PIECE ON ICE," Japan's best skaters will gather to express the world of "ONE PIECE" with skating that makes the most of the characters' characteristics and the speed and dynamism that only figure skating can offer, in time with the dialogue by the voice actors of the "ONE PIECE" anime. The spectacular battle scenes with group dancing, projection mapping and light effects make this a must-see spectacular show this summer!
The great adventure in the land of the desert opens on the ice.
Dates:
Yokohama - August 11, 12, 13 (2 shows per day, 6 shows total)
KOSÉ Shin-Yokohama Skate Center
Tickets: https://ticket.rakuten.co.jp/features/onepiece-on-ice/index.html/
Nagoya - September 2,3 (2 shows per day, 4 shows total)
Dolphins Arena (Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium)
Tickets: https://ticket.rakuten.co.jp/features/onepiece-on-ice/index.html/
Performance Time: Approx. 2 Hours
Director: Kahori Kanaya
Choreographer: Kenji Miyamoto
Cast (more will be announced) with their comments:
"STRAW HAT PIRATES"
Shoma Uno as Monkey D. Luffy
"I am very grateful to have been chosen to play the major role of Luffy in the great work "ONE PIECE" that everyone knows, and I am filled with the desire to make this a great ice show for sure. The way Luffy overcomes all difficulties has pushed me many times. I will do my best to convey the charm of such a wonderful work. Everything is a challenge and unknown territory for me, but I hope that both figure skating fans and those who have never seen figure skating before will enjoy it."
Keiji Tanaka as Roronoa Zoro
"I think the key to success is to show how much of his cool action on the ice as a fighter of the Straw Hat crew. I also want to do my best to capture the atmosphere that Zoro exudes outside of the battle scenes. I have been hooked on "One Piece" since I first came across it, and even now, I still check the weekly anime broadcasts and the weekly Jump magazine without fail. Because it is my favorite work, I want to challenge myself seriously and try to express my love for it through figure skating."
Koshiro Shimada as Sanji
"I am a self-proclaimed "One Piece" fan, so I was really, really happy when I was asked to be in the show. I will never forget this favor...! I will never forget it. !!!! I will do my best to convey the charm of Sanji, who has a powerful, passionate, gentle and sensitive heart, through figure skating...and also to protect the ladies."
Miyu Honda as Nami
"I am so excited to be able to participate in that big "One Piece" world. When I saw Nami for the first time, I thought she was a beautiful lady, but I was swamped by the gap between her strong and loud voice. I would like to express the gap between Nami's beauty and strong masculinity on the ice, discuss with the director so that you can feel the movement of her heart, and put all the expressions I have learned so far into action."
Nobunari Oda as Usopp
"As someone who has been reading manga since junior high school, it was an unbelievable feeling to think that I could be in a One Piece show, which I love so much, and I realized that living long is such a good thing! When I first heard that I would be playing the role of Usopp, I laughed and said, "That's right! On the contrary, I can't think of anyone else but Usopp, so I'm now trying to create an image of myself so that everyone will think "Usopp is the best! I can't think of anyone else but Usopp, so I'm trying to imagine what it would be like to be Usopp!"
Rinka Watanabe as Tony Tony Chopper
"I was very happy because Chopper is a character loved by everyone. I aim to give a performance that will make the audience feel the cheerful and honest way he moves forward despite his painful past, and the hurt and determination hidden behind his cheerfulness. Please watch her skating, expressing folds of emotions with her whole body."
"KINGDOM OF ALABASTA"
Marin Honda as Princess Nefeltari Vivi
"I love Vivi!!!! I love the Alabasta arc!!!! I am so happy to be a part of this project. I will study every detail of my favorite Vivi and try to understand her more and more so that I can represent all of her in figure skating. I will do my best to complete an ice show that will leave a lasting impression on the hearts of the audience, that will touch their hearts, and that will make them feel happy, bright, and positive."
Kazuki Tomono as Koza
"I was very surprised to hear about this story, but I am excited! This Alabasta episode is one of my very favorite episodes. This is the first time I have been given a role to play, but I wanted to give it my all. The speed and the powerful jumps. The sound of ice skating. The sound of ice skating, the beauty of skating...please experience it right in front of your eyes!"
"BAROQUE WORKS" / VILLAINS
Takahito Mura as Sir Crocodile
"I am always excited to see what will happen next while reading manga, and to be able to be a part of that world... "It's the best! I thought. I want to make an image of Crocodile's style, and I will try to do it."
Marie Ogawa as Miss All Sunday / Nico Robin
"I am very happy to be able to perform in the ice show for One Piece, one of Japan's most iconic anime." I was surprised out loud when I was given the big role of "Miss All Sunday". I will challenge myself with my 30-year skating career to play the cool but passionate Miss All Sunday."
Rika Hongo as Mr. 2 Bon Clay
"When I heard that I was going to be in the film, I thought to myself, "Not Jo~dan! I was joking, but I couldn't help but laugh at the thought of "Mr. 2 Bon Clay⁉". I would like to express on the ice the various aspects of the character, such as the fun, quirky, friend-oriented, and passionate character, his unique movements, and the fact that although he is an enemy, he is somehow lovable."
Prince Ice World Team will also join the cast, and will be involved with the group battle scenes on ice.
Full information is on the website https://www.onepiece-on-ice.com/ that can easily be read by Google Translate, but some information nonetheless:
What is ONE PIECE on Ice?
Based on a shonen manga by Eiichiro Oda, which is serialized in the weekly "Shonen Jump" magazine to rave reviews.
Since its serialization began in 1997, the series has quickly gained popularity, selling more than 510 million copies worldwide (as of April 2023).
The "Alabasta Arc" was made into an animated TV series from 2001 to 2002, and is a popular episode among fans. Set in the desert kingdom of "Alabasta," which is on the verge of collapse due to a conspiracy by the mysterious secret society "Baroque Works," Princess Vivi and the "Straw Hat Pirates" led by the main character Monkey D. Luffy stand up to save the kingdom. The story is set in the desert kingdom of "Alabasta".
In "ONE PIECE ON ICE," Japan's best skaters will gather to express the world of "ONE PIECE" with skating that makes the most of the characters' characteristics and the speed and dynamism that only figure skating can offer, in time with the dialogue by the voice actors of the "ONE PIECE" anime. The spectacular battle scenes with group dancing, projection mapping and light effects make this a must-see spectacular show this summer!
The great adventure in the land of the desert opens on the ice.
Dates:
Yokohama - August 11, 12, 13 (2 shows per day, 6 shows total)
KOSÉ Shin-Yokohama Skate Center
Tickets: https://ticket.rakuten.co.jp/features/onepiece-on-ice/index.html/
Nagoya - September 2,3 (2 shows per day, 4 shows total)
Dolphins Arena (Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium)
Tickets: https://ticket.rakuten.co.jp/features/onepiece-on-ice/index.html/
Performance Time: Approx. 2 Hours
Director: Kahori Kanaya
Choreographer: Kenji Miyamoto
Cast (more will be announced) with their comments:
"STRAW HAT PIRATES"
Shoma Uno as Monkey D. Luffy
"I am very grateful to have been chosen to play the major role of Luffy in the great work "ONE PIECE" that everyone knows, and I am filled with the desire to make this a great ice show for sure. The way Luffy overcomes all difficulties has pushed me many times. I will do my best to convey the charm of such a wonderful work. Everything is a challenge and unknown territory for me, but I hope that both figure skating fans and those who have never seen figure skating before will enjoy it."
Keiji Tanaka as Roronoa Zoro
"I think the key to success is to show how much of his cool action on the ice as a fighter of the Straw Hat crew. I also want to do my best to capture the atmosphere that Zoro exudes outside of the battle scenes. I have been hooked on "One Piece" since I first came across it, and even now, I still check the weekly anime broadcasts and the weekly Jump magazine without fail. Because it is my favorite work, I want to challenge myself seriously and try to express my love for it through figure skating."
Koshiro Shimada as Sanji
"I am a self-proclaimed "One Piece" fan, so I was really, really happy when I was asked to be in the show. I will never forget this favor...! I will never forget it. !!!! I will do my best to convey the charm of Sanji, who has a powerful, passionate, gentle and sensitive heart, through figure skating...and also to protect the ladies."
Miyu Honda as Nami
"I am so excited to be able to participate in that big "One Piece" world. When I saw Nami for the first time, I thought she was a beautiful lady, but I was swamped by the gap between her strong and loud voice. I would like to express the gap between Nami's beauty and strong masculinity on the ice, discuss with the director so that you can feel the movement of her heart, and put all the expressions I have learned so far into action."
Nobunari Oda as Usopp
"As someone who has been reading manga since junior high school, it was an unbelievable feeling to think that I could be in a One Piece show, which I love so much, and I realized that living long is such a good thing! When I first heard that I would be playing the role of Usopp, I laughed and said, "That's right! On the contrary, I can't think of anyone else but Usopp, so I'm now trying to create an image of myself so that everyone will think "Usopp is the best! I can't think of anyone else but Usopp, so I'm trying to imagine what it would be like to be Usopp!"
Rinka Watanabe as Tony Tony Chopper
"I was very happy because Chopper is a character loved by everyone. I aim to give a performance that will make the audience feel the cheerful and honest way he moves forward despite his painful past, and the hurt and determination hidden behind his cheerfulness. Please watch her skating, expressing folds of emotions with her whole body."
"KINGDOM OF ALABASTA"
Marin Honda as Princess Nefeltari Vivi
"I love Vivi!!!! I love the Alabasta arc!!!! I am so happy to be a part of this project. I will study every detail of my favorite Vivi and try to understand her more and more so that I can represent all of her in figure skating. I will do my best to complete an ice show that will leave a lasting impression on the hearts of the audience, that will touch their hearts, and that will make them feel happy, bright, and positive."
Kazuki Tomono as Koza
"I was very surprised to hear about this story, but I am excited! This Alabasta episode is one of my very favorite episodes. This is the first time I have been given a role to play, but I wanted to give it my all. The speed and the powerful jumps. The sound of ice skating. The sound of ice skating, the beauty of skating...please experience it right in front of your eyes!"
"BAROQUE WORKS" / VILLAINS
Takahito Mura as Sir Crocodile
"I am always excited to see what will happen next while reading manga, and to be able to be a part of that world... "It's the best! I thought. I want to make an image of Crocodile's style, and I will try to do it."
Marie Ogawa as Miss All Sunday / Nico Robin
"I am very happy to be able to perform in the ice show for One Piece, one of Japan's most iconic anime." I was surprised out loud when I was given the big role of "Miss All Sunday". I will challenge myself with my 30-year skating career to play the cool but passionate Miss All Sunday."
Rika Hongo as Mr. 2 Bon Clay
"When I heard that I was going to be in the film, I thought to myself, "Not Jo~dan! I was joking, but I couldn't help but laugh at the thought of "Mr. 2 Bon Clay⁉". I would like to express on the ice the various aspects of the character, such as the fun, quirky, friend-oriented, and passionate character, his unique movements, and the fact that although he is an enemy, he is somehow lovable."
Prince Ice World Team will also join the cast, and will be involved with the group battle scenes on ice.
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Just when I finally got my Sailor Moon characters straight... 
He brings a lot of that experience to PIW. In the current Broadway themed shows ("A new progress") he not only skates, but sings and dances too. But at (at the time of the shows) 38 he's maybe not the most suitable to play a 19 to 21-year old character. Kosho, imo, would be a great choice. He even has the blonde hair now!
He is very charismatic and a great leader for PIW. And wow, I thought he was just scouted but he was actually with the agency... incredible.
ahahahaaaa 
