Hanyu Yuzuru’s nickname is “Yuzu”.
The Roman pronunciation of Yuzuru Hanyu's Japanese name is Yuzuru Hanyu, and the pronunciation of "YUZU" when pronounced is very similar to the pronunciation of grapefruit in Chinese. Therefore, Yuzuru Hanyu is affectionately called "Yuzu" by the Chinese people.
In addition, for the same reason, Hanyu is also affectionately called "Hanyu" because "hanyu" is pronounced as "Hanyu".
As a figure skater, Yuzuru Hanyu has won the support and love of the masses with his outstanding abilities and cute and kind personality. Whether it is "Yuzu" or "Haniu", both express China's People's love for Yuzuru Hanyu.
Monument
On April 20, 2019, Japanese star Yuzuru Hanyu (24 years old), who achieved two consecutive men’s singles skating championships in the Winter Olympics after 66 years, attended Monument design presentation held in his hometown of Sendai. The unveiling ceremony of the monument was held on April 29, 2019 at the International Center Station of the Japan Metro Tozai Line. In 2017, a monument to Yuzuru Hanyu who competed in the short program of the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics was also established at the same place.
Social Evaluation
Yuzuru Hanyu is a highly talented figure skater. His delicate performance and sincere feelings interpret the classic love theme of "Romeo and Juliet" program, performing with skillful footwork and passion. Yuzuru Hanyu's talent is reflected in his strong jumping ability and flexibility that other male players do not have. He can do Bellman spins, which many female players cannot complete.