Kaori Sakamoto

Kaori Sakamoto is a decorated Japanese figure skater known for her multiple World Championship titles and Olympic medals, making her a compelling figure for brands seeking endorsement. After winning the junior nationals in the 2016-17 season, Kaori Sakamoto quickly rose through the ranks of international figure skating, securing bronze medals at both the Junior Grand Prix Final and the World Junior Championships in the same season. Training under coaches Sonoko Nakano, Mitsuko Graham, and Sei Kawahara, she seamlessly transitioned to senior international competition, achieving a victory at the Asian Open Figure Skating Trophy in 2017 and a runner-up finish at the Japan nationals, which earned her a spot at the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games. Sakamoto continued her upward trajectory, earning her first of five national championships in the 2018-19 season.

She further added to her medal count with a silver medal at the 2025 World Championships, a silver medal at the 2025 Asian Winter Games, and a bronze medal at the 2024–25 Grand Prix Final in 2024. Sakamoto has confirmed her intention to retire from competitive skating following the conclusion of the 2025-26 season.