1996 NHK Trophy
| 1996 NHK Trophy | |
|---|---|
| Type: | Champions Series |
| Date: | December 5 – 8 |
| Season: | 1996–97 |
| Location: | Osaka |
| Champions | |
| Men's singles: Elvis Stojko | |
| Ladies' singles: Maria Butyrskaya | |
| Pairs: Jenni Meno / Todd Sand | |
| Ice dance: Sophie Moniotte / Pascal Lavanchy | |
| Previous: 1995 NHK Trophy | |
| Next: 1997 NHK Trophy | |
| Previous Grand Prix: 1996 Nations Cup | |
| Next Grand Prix: 1996 Cup of Russia | |
The 1996 NHK Trophy was the fifth event of six in the 1996–97 ISU Champions Series, a senior-level international invitational competition series. It was held in Osaka on December 5–8. Medals were awarded in the disciplines of men's singles, ladies' singles, pair skating, and ice dancing. Skaters earned points toward qualifying for the 1996–97 Champions Series Final.