What this is
Marking its 20th anniversary, this annual summer ice show is produced by and stars Shizuka Arakawa — the only Japanese woman to win Olympic gold in figure skating (Turin 2006). She's joined by a roster of celebrated Japanese skaters including Daisuke Takahashi, Yayoi Muramoto, Takeshi Honda, and Akiko Suzuki for exclusive collaborative numbers that don't appear anywhere else on the skating calendar. It's a polished theatrical production on ice, not a competition — closer to a concert experience than a sports event.
Who should go
Figure skating fans, especially those who followed Japanese skating through its golden era of the 2000s and 2010s. Families with children who enjoy spectacle will find it accessible, and the premium seating tiers make it viable for a special-occasion night out.
Good to know
Tickets are sold via eplus.jp and pia.jp, both of which accept foreign credit cards; convenience store pickup at Lawson (combini) is the most reliable collection method for visitors without a Japanese delivery address. KOSE Shin-Yokohama Skating Center is a dedicated ice arena with a capacity of around 3,000–4,000 for show configurations — seating is tiered and all seats face the rink, so sightlines are generally good across categories. The venue is cold by design (it is an active ice rink), so a jacket is essential even in late August. Cash is advisable for in-venue food and merchandise, though some counters accept IC cards. Doors typically open 30–45 minutes before showtime; arriving early is worthwhile to browse merchandise, which tends to sell out.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.