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"Yuri on Ice" is a sports and romance anime series created by Mitsurou Kubo and produced by MAPPA. The story revolves around figure skating and describes the protagonist's journey in reaching the top of the skating world.
Yuri Katsuki, a Japanese figure skater, fails at an important tournament. He decided to withdraw and take a break, but then he got the attention of the talented Russian skater Viktor Nikiforov. Viktor decides to become Yuri's coach and help him return to the ring.
This anime series focuses on the journey not only to becoming an excellent skater, but also on personal growth and relationships between the characters. It explores themes such as confidence, love, and dedication to passion.
"Yuri on Ice" received high praise for its deep plot, great skating situations, and romance. At the same time, it has also made a strong impression on the LGBT+ community due to the mention of gay love in the story.
Release year: 2016
Directed by: Sayo Yamamoto
Screenwriter: Mitsurō Kubo
Characters: Yuuri Katsuki, Victor Nikiforov, Yuri Plisetsky
Actors (voices): Toshiyuki Toyonaga (Yuuri Katsuki), Junichi Suwabe (Victor Nikiforov), Kouki Uchiyama (Yuri Plisetsky)
Genre: Sports, Casual, Homosexual
Episodes: 12
Status: Completed
Country: Japan
Studio: MAPPA