Career
"Becoming the best snowboarder in the universe." Kira Kimura, born in Okayama, started competing in slopestyle and big air competitions after watching the Olympics in sixth grade. He started to ride as a professional snowboarder at the age of 14 and rapidly improved his skills. In January 2023, he made his World Cup debut and immediately reached the podium. In October 2023, he again stood on the podium at another World Cup, winning a silver medal. Continuing to grow, he became the overall champion of the World Cup in 2024 and earned the Crystal Globe. With his natural athletic ability, he is experiencing rapid development, and expectations for his future are high.
Achievements
- 2024 SAJ National Championships SS 1st
- 2024 SAJ National Championships BA 2st
- 2024 FIS World Cup Beijing BA 3rd
- 2024 FIS World Cup Chur BA 3rd
