Learn about the incredible story of Shizuka Arakawa, the Olympic figure skating champion. Discover her dedication, talent, and triumphs that made her a legend in the world of figure skating.
Shizuka Arakawa performs in the Legend On Ice during day three of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating NHK Trophy at Hiroshima Prefectural Sports Center on November 11, 2018 in Hiroshima, Japan.
I'm pleased to present part 2 of the Tribute to the People of Japan feature. I posted part 1 of the tribute back in March when the natural disasters struck Japan. I hope to honor Japan by showcasing some of the most influential, outstanding Japanese skaters, who a true testament to their extraordinary country. I first saw Shizuka Arakawa during the television coverage of the 1998 Olympic Winter Games in Nagano, Japan. Shizuka, then a 16-year-old, skated before the Emperor and Empress of…