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Between ballet and war: Japanese dancers pursue dreams in Russia

Two Japanese dancers, Jotaro Kanazasi and Haruka Takemi, are pursuing their ballet dreams in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. They focus on their art amidst the war in Ukraine. Kanazasi, 32, chose Russia for its ballet legacy, while Takemi, 20, followed suit due to limited opportunities in Japan. They stay informed through family and navigate internet restrictions to maintain contact.

2 Jun 2026 11:24 am