>>19033272When was that and which group was it?
>Yuria: My parents took me to the Dragon Gate Utsunomiya tournament for the first time in 2018. I had originally watched it online, but the ring at the venue was so sparkly.>At that time, my youngest sister and I became addicted to it. We went to Korakuen once a month and to other venues whenever we could.-Was there any player you particularly liked?
>Yuria: My introduction was Ben-K. He doesn't talk much, but he's very strong in matches. At the time, I thought I wanted to try spear techniques myself.By the way, you joined STARS after competing against Saya Iida in the 5STAR GP, but had you always thought about joining a unit?
>Yuria: Actually, I was originally thinking of joining a different unit. Ever since I was a trainee, I've admired Shirakawa Mina and wanted to join "E neXus V.">However, things were changing and when I was thinking, "How should I work hard from now on?", the members of STARS were watching my practice with great enthusiasm. Even after and during the tour, if they had time, they would say, "I'll watch," and join me in practice.>At first, I thought that a STARS character like Hanan, who is a "symbol of the sun," wouldn't suit me, as I tend to be more suited to an image of "night" (wry smile).--STARS ' bright image is different from your own image.
>Yuria: That's true. But as I spent time with everyone, I began to think, "I want to grow and fight together with the STARS members.">I strongly felt that it would be better if someone cared about me.-Are you currently doing joint practice sessions with the other members of STARS?
>Yuria: I make sure to have him practice at least once a week. He even watched my practice the day before the Future Championship match.>I've pretty much mastered the neck lock, but I still have a lot to learn about other kicks and drop kicks, so I'm being looked at and given detailed instruction on those areas. 