Kira Kimura, born in Okayama, discovered his passion for slopestyle and big air after watching the Olympics in sixth grade. At 14, he launched his career as a professional snowboarder and has developed his skills at a rapid pace.

His World Cup debut in January 2023 was a resounding success – he immediately reached the podium. In October 2023, he confirmed his talent with a silver medal at another World Cup event. His greatest triumph followed in 2024: overall World Cup champion and winner of the coveted Crystal Globe.

With his natural talent and rapid development, he is captivating the snowboarding world. Expectations for his future are high – and his goal is clear: to become the best snowboarder in the universe.