SNOWBOARD STAR KAISHU HIRANO JOINS THE SWATCH PROTEAM
Japanese rising star brings his unique style and energy to the Proteam community
Swatch is stoked to announce Japanese snowboarder Kaishu Hirano as our latest Proteam athlete. At the age of just 21, Kaishu is already a force to be reckoned with in park and pipe and holds the Half Pipe World Record for highest jump (24.4 ft/7.4 m) which he set at the Beijing Winter Olympics in 2022.
The goofy rider began his action sports story as a skater and surf enthusiast, growing up next to the beach in Murakami City in his native Japan. Once he discovered snowboarding, his rise became unstoppable in his preferred discipline and his performances have gone from strength to strength.
Scoring an amazing 3rd place at the X Games in Colorado in 2024, he adds a second bronze medal to the one he won at the same venue in 2022. As he continues to gain confidence and experience with his appearances on the major international stage, he has set himself apart as a contender for competitive glory.
Known for his unconventional personal style and his exuberant style of riding, Kaishu’s story has resonated strongly with fans and his following at competitions and on social media is growing by the day. His craziest dream is to make it to the top of the podium at the next Olympics in 2026 alongside his brother Ayumu, who is also a snowboarder.
