is a Japanese short-track speed-skater. Ito competed at the

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for Japan. She finished third in her opening round race of the

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, failing to advance and placing 18th. She was also a member of the 3000 metre relay team, which finished third in the semifinals and fourth in the B Final, ending up seventh overall. As of 2013, Ito has won one bronze medal at the

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, as a member of the Japanese relay team in

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. Her best individual result is 9th, in the

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1500 metres. As of 2013, Ito has ten ISU Short Track Speed Skating World Cup podium finishes, all as part of the Japanese relay team. Her best result is a silver medal, achieved three times. Her best World Cup ranking is eighth, in the 1000 metres in 2011–12.

World Cup Podiums

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