Daisuke Takahashi Talk Show

Swan Hall, 3F Multipurpose Hall

location
Swan Hall, 3F Multipurpose Hall
period
December 6, 2026 (Sun)
Time
14:00–15:00 (doors 13:00)
cost
Free (by lottery)
access
From JR or Hankyu Itami Station, take city bus route 14 to Itami Shiyakusho-mae, then 6 min on foot. By car, about 300 m north of the Shiyakusho-mae junction on Route 171.

Why You Should Visit

Figure skater Daisuke Takahashi — Japan's first men's Olympic medallist in the sport (bronze, Vancouver 2010) and first men's world champion the same year — gives a talk at Swan Hall in Itami. In conversation with freelance announcer Yoshiko Kamide, he covers his competitive career, his switch to ice dance and his life today as a show skater, with stories beyond the rink. Entry is free, with 150 seats allocated by lottery; applications open on 15 October.

Essentials

There are 3 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Swan Hall, 3F Multipurpose Hall, and 6 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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TICKETS / REGISTRATION
Applications: 10:00 Thu 15 Oct to 17:00 Sun 15 Nov 2026, at the Swan Hall office, by phone (072-779-5661) or via the online form (it shows as closed until applications open).
・One application per person, up to 2 people including a companion; duplicate applications are void
・Not first-come: seats are decided by lottery after the deadline, and winners are contacted
・On the day, the applicant and companion must show photo ID (My Number card, driving licence, etc.)
NOTE

Speakers

  • Daisuke Takahashi (professional figure skater)
  • MC: Yoshiko Kamide (freelance announcer)

Takahashi's career highlights

  • 2002: World Junior champion (first Japanese man)
  • 2010: Vancouver Olympic bronze and World champion (both firsts for a Japanese man)
  • 2022: All-Japan ice dance champion (first to win national titles in both singles and ice dance)
  • 2023: Retired from competition; now a show skater

*Parking is limited; public transport is recommended

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FAQ

Can I just turn up on the day?
No. Seats are allocated by lottery from advance applications (15 Oct 10:00 to 15 Nov 17:00), and only winners can attend.
How many people can I apply for?
One application per person, covering up to 2 people including a companion. Multiple applications are void.
What should I bring?
ID is checked at the entrance. Both the applicant and companion need photo ID such as a My Number card or driving licence.

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