Kao Miura
Male
Age: 21
Date of birth: June 8, 2005
Birthplace: Tokyo
Height: 168 cm
Affiliation: Meiji University
Training base: MF Academy (Kanagawa Prefecture)
A Japanese figure skater (men's singles).
He is a straightforward, passionate, and hardworking individual. In competitions, his powerful skating and dynamic jumps are striking, and his personality is just as direct as his performances. His emotions show easily in his expressions and words, and he speaks frankly about both his strengths and areas for improvement. He has a strong tendency to objectively analyze himself as he strives to grow, once noting that he "tends to spin his wheels." Highly competitive and ambitious, he never rests on his laurels and constantly pushes himself to reach higher. He sticks to an aggressive style, tackling difficult jumps without losing speed, and is driven by the desire to "skate in a way that's more true to myself," facing his challenges daily. He possesses the courage and spirit to attempt high-difficulty program compositions even on the biggest stages, a gambler who values the attempt over the fear of failure. When he hits a wall, he doesn't make excuses; instead, he has the tenacity to calmly analyze his performance and make improvements one by one. Off the ice, however, he reveals a naturally airheaded and humorous side. In interviews, his unique phrasing often makes people laugh, and his unpretentious personality shines through in self-deprecating comments like, "I don't have any beauty components, so 'beast' suits me better," or "Landing jumps through sheer willpower is a classic Miura move." He says he's "just naturally saying what I want to say," conveying an honest and genuine character. Because he speaks his mind, his emotions are easily visible on his face, and after a performance, his joy or frustration is often clearly conveyed through his expression. He celebrates with all his might when happy, and when frustrated, he doesn't hide that emotion but turns it into fuel for the next challenge. He also has an affable nature that allows him to get along naturally with people regardless of age, combined with a warmth that shows he values his teammates and those around him. During national team activities, he is often seen looking out for his peers, and off the ice, his friendly and cheerful demeanor helps those around him relax. His hobbies include watching baseball, playing catch, watching anime, and collecting baseball trading cards. His favorite foods are meat and sushi, and he is known as a fan of the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks baseball team. He cites Yuzuru Hanyu as a skater he admires, having been influenced by his performances since childhood. He also admires the expressiveness of the ice dance team Anna Cappellini / Luca Lanotte. On the ice, he is a competitor with a more aggressive approach than anyone, but off the ice, he shows a boyish innocence and natural charm. It is this gap between his straightforward passion, his relentless work ethic, and his approachable personality that attracts so many fans.