The hit new anime series Medalist, currently airing this season, has been racking up praise from viewers for its rare take on figure skating. Even Yuzuru Hanyu himself has reportedly raved about the show!
And now, the anime's opening theme, "BOW AND ARROW" by Kenshi Yonezu, just dropped its official music video tonight (March 5th), and fans are absolutely losing it! Why? Because none other than figure skating legend Yuzuru Hanyu makes a surprise appearance, co-starring alongside Yonezu. This dream team-up has sent fans into a frenzy!
▼ The MV's release instantly became a trending topic on Japanese X (formerly Twitter).
In the video, Kenshi Yonezu delivers a powerful performance against a vast sky backdrop, while Yuzuru Hanyu glides across the ice with breathtaking beauty and strength. Their interwoven visuals create an incredibly dynamic and impactful experience.
Hanyu himself choreographed the skating sequences for the music video, which was directed by Kyotaro Hayashi. Fans were utterly astonished by the MV, calling this unexpected collaboration a "dream come true" and expressing immense joy.
▼ Watch the "BOW AND ARROW" MV here:
Medalist is still going strong, with 12 manga volumes currently available. We highly recommend this series—it's a heartwarming and passionate figure skating story. If it's good enough to make Yuzuru Hanyu shed a tear, it's definitely worth checking out!