Miura Riku (三浦璃来) and Kihara Ryuichi (木原龍一), known as the figure-skating pair “Rikuryu,” attended an event in Tokyo for their first public appearance since announcing their engagement. Their mission movie for Shiseido’s new ELIXIR brand was unveiled at the event.
Figure-skating pair Miura Riku (三浦璃来) and Kihara Ryuichi (木原龍一), known as “Rikuryu,” made their first public appearance since announcing their engagement. About 20 television cameras and numerous members of the press gathered at the event in Tokyo, creating a celebratory atmosphere as the pair received bouquets.
The event was held to announce a mission movie for Shiseido’s new brand, featuring the two athletes. Miura Riku (三浦璃来) said there was no script for the shoot and that the ending invited viewers to imagine the future.
The pair won Japan’s first pairs gold medal at the Milan Olympics in February, then held a retirement press conference in April and announced their transition to professional competition. After staging their first self-produced ice show, “THE DESTINY,” which captivated a cumulative audience of 18,000, their continuing deepening relationship was portrayed.
The discussion also turned to Kihara Ryuichi’s (木原龍一) skin concerns. When Miura Riku (三浦璃来) answered “dryness,” Kihara Ryuichi (木原龍一) responded, “Everyone already knows.” The event ended with bouquets presented to celebrate their engagement, maintaining a happy atmosphere throughout.