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2025年12月13日。
December 13, 2025.
今日は「氷上で物語が生まれる瞬間」についてお伝えしたいと思います。
Today, I would like to talk about “the moment when a story is born on ice.”
スケートの音さえも物語になる世界を想像してみてください。
Imagine a world where even the sound of skating becomes a story.
プロスケーターが氷上に描く軌跡は、光の残像のように流れていきます。
The paths that professional skaters draw on the ice flow like afterimages of light.
その瞬間、人々は「音楽を見ている」という体験をします。
In that moment, people have the experience of “watching music.”
これが、愛・地球博記念公園（モリコロパーク）で開催される「プリンスアイスワールド 2025-2026 愛知公演」です。
This is the “Prince Ice World 2025-2026 Aichi Performance,” to be held at Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park (Moricoro Park).
パフォーマンスを見るのではなく、「氷が紡ぐ物語に浸る」ショーと言えます。
Rather than watching a performance, this show can be described as “immersing yourself in a story woven by the ice.”
ジャンプだけではありません。
It’s not just about jumps.
ステップ、呼吸、照明、演出。
Steps, breathing, lighting, and direction.
すべてが一体となった芸術空間です。
It’s an artistic space where everything comes together.
見どころは、プロスケーターたちが一列に並ぶことで生み出される「氷上の波紋」です。
The highlight is the “ripples on the ice” created by the professional skaters lining up in a line.
リンク全体が巨大な生き物のようにうねり、観客は息を呑むほどの一体感を醸し出します。
The entire rink undulates like a giant living creature, creating a breathtaking sense of unity among the audience.
今日のメッセージは、「アイスショーは競争ではなく芸術である」です。
Today’s message is, “An ice show is not a competition, it’s art.”
プリンスアイスワールドは、氷上でその答えを見せてくれるでしょう。
Prince Ice World will show us the answer on the ice.
冬は、ホウレン草や小松菜が甘くなる季節。
Winter is the season when spinach and komatsuna become sweet.
朝食に感謝。
Thank you for the breakfast.
応援と高評価、よろしくお願い致します。
Thank you for your support and likes.
Prince Ice World 2025-2026 Aichi Performance
Immerse Yourself in the “Art” and “Story” on Ice
Prince Ice World (PIW) is not focused on figure skating as a competition, but rather on delivering an exceptional show as pure entertainment.
- Integrated Thematic Production: Every year, the show is built around a unique theme, developing a consistent narrative or message from the opening act to the finale. It’s not just a series of individual performances; as described, it allows the audience to “immerse themselves in a story woven by the ice,” enjoying the show as a complete theatrical production.
- Fusion of Music and Light: The lighting and special effects utilized across the entire rink are perfectly synchronized with the rhythm and emotion of the music, drawing the audience deep into the show’s world. This creates an attraction that is often described as “watching the music,” a truly multi-sensory experience beyond sight and sound.
The Unique “Unity” of PIW’s Group Choreography (The Prince Ice World Team)
The phrase, “ripples on the ice created by professional skaters lining up,” refers to PIW’s signature group performance, or gunbu (team choreography).
- Overwhelming Power and Synchronicity: The group choreography features a large number of professional skaters moving dynamically across the rink in seamless formation. This creates a “spectacular sense of unity” rarely seen in other ice shows. The entire rink transforms into a massive canvas, and the beauty of the skaters’ synchronized movements is breathtaking.
- A Stunning Finale: The group performance during the finale, in particular, is the moment when the show’s energy reaches its peak. This passionate atmosphere, where the entire audience and cast become one, is a key reason why many fans return to PIW repeatedly.
Aichi Performance Venue Information
The choice of the Aichi Earth Expo Memorial Park (Moricoro Park) as the venue is an added benefit for local fans due to its convenient accessibility.
- Venue: Inside the Aichi Earth Expo Memorial Park (Moricoro Park)
- Date & Time: The show is expected to take place over several days, including December 13, 2025. (Please confirm the official program for exact dates.)
A Star-Studded Cast
PIW centers its show around the group performances by the Prince Ice World Team while consistently inviting top skaters from Japan and abroad as guest performers.
- The guest lineup changes with each performance, featuring current elite athletes and retired skating legends. Their brilliant jumps, intricate footwork, and unique expressive power are major highlights of the show.
Prince Ice World (PIW)
Past Performance Themes (Reference for Production Style)
PIW sets a new theme each year, captivating audiences with original group choreography, costumes, and music aligned with that theme. Here are examples of representative past themes:
| Performance Year (Approx.) | Theme Example | Production Tendency |
| 2024-2025 | A NEW DAY | Expressing positive, powerful energy, renewal, and hope. |
| 2023-2024 | Make a Wish! | A fantastical world inspired by the moment dreams and wishes come true. |
| 2022-2023 | Brand New Story | A passionate storyline about overcoming challenges and moving forward. |
| 2020-2021 | Best Wishes | A heartwarming composition dedicated to expressing gratitude and encouragement to the audience. |
Production Characteristics$$
While the themes change annually, a consistent element is the PIW team’s group choreography, which effectively “closes” the narrative with a grand prologue and finale symbolizing the theme. The 2025-2026 Aichi Performance is expected to follow this trend with a deep thematic focus.
2025-2026 Aichi Performance (December) Guest Skater Information
As of now, the official guest skater lineup for the Prince Ice World 2025-2026 Aichi Performance on December 13, 2025, is highly likely not yet publicly announced.
For a December performance, official announcements regarding guest performers are typically made a few months before the event, usually starting in the late summer or autumn.
Expected Trends for Guest Skaters
As PIW is one of Japan’s most historic and well-attended shows, a very glamorous cast is anticipated each year.
- Olympic Medalists and World Champions: Top Japanese skaters (current or professional) often serve as the main guests.
- Up-and-Coming Stars: Younger skaters with high media attention or those expected to lead the next generation may appear as special guests.
- International Top Skaters: Depending on the timing, elite skaters from overseas may also participate.
Where to Check for Future Updates
To ensure you confirm accurate information once it is announced, it is recommended that you check the following official sources regularly:
- The Prince Ice World Official Website
- Official information from the Venue (Aichi Earth Expo Memorial Park) or the Organizer
- Major ticketing agency websites
Prince Ice World (PIW) Winter Performance Ticket Release Schedule
Guideline for Ticket Sales Start
For a winter performance (held around November to January), ticket sales typically begin in stages, approximately 3 to 6 months prior to the performance date.
| Stage | Approximate Timing | Overview |
| Earliest Pre-sale (Lottery) | Approx. 6 months before the show (Around June – July 2025) | The earliest pre-sale, often for organizers, specific ticketing agencies, or fan club members. This is crucial for securing the best seats. |
| Various Pre-sales (Lottery/First-come) | Approx. 4-5 months before the show (Around July – August 2025) | Pre-sales for credit card companies, various media, and ticketing agency members. Many seats are often filled during this period. |
| General Sale (First-come, First-served) | Approx. 3 months before the show (Around September 2025) | Sale of remaining tickets. Due to the show’s popularity, seat types and availability are often limited at this stage. |
Important Points Regarding Ticket Sales
- Seat Types: PIW offers special, highly sought-after seating, such as Exciting Seats (front row rinkside). These tickets are often completely sold out during the earliest pre-sales.
- Securing Information Sources:
- Official Website: The most reliable source for accurate information.
- Major Ticketing Agencies: Special pages and email newsletters from major agencies like Ticket Pia, Lawson Ticket, and Eplus are helpful to avoid missing sales announcements.
- Organizer SNS: Official X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram accounts may provide advance notice of sales information.
