Wow! Thank you so much for such a comprehensive and informative overview!!Junior Men 2018-2019 season + entire post
With both 3A and 4T/4S necessary for competitiveness as a senior skater, it's unsurprising that most of the highlighted juniors are/have been pursuing the 3A. Do we know if/how these skaters have been progressing with 4T/4S?
Also, to echo some of OP's main questions, would you mind my asking your thoughts (+ anyone else who would like to share!) on the skaters who have recently moved up to seniors, as well as their potentials to develop into medal contenders in the next/next few season(s)? Kazuki Tomono immediately comes to mind, but there's also Sota Yamamoto, and there may be others I do not know. On the flip side, and I feel that this is less probable, are there any veteran seniors who may be poised for a breakthrough? Men's skating in Japan has been undeniably dominated by Yuzuru and Shoma for quite a few seasons now, and with all my admiration and appreciation for them both I find myself curious to see what other talents may be around or among them.