Overview
- Japan won bronze in the ski jumping mixed team event in Predazzo, with Nozomi Maruyama, Ren Nikaidō, Sara Takanashi, and Ryoyu Kobayashi on the podium.
- Yuma Kagiyama placed second in the men’s short program, positioning himself for the free skate after a strong but imperfect routine.
- Freestyle skier Yuma Horishima topped men’s moguls qualifying and advanced directly to the Feb. 12 final.
- Japan’s women’s ice hockey team exited in the first round after a 0–4 loss to Sweden, finishing group play at 1–3.
- Economy Minister Ryōsei Akazawa traveled to the United States to negotiate the first project under the $550 billion Japan-to-U.S. investment framework, saying he aims for in-depth talks and a swift announcement if agreement is reached.