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A Blossoming Sport

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DISCOVER: A Blossoming Sport

Photographer Cole Giorano’s collection ‘Sakura’ follows Japanese skateboarder Takahiro Morita as he uncovers how Japan has embraced the sport in its own blossom-filled way.

Giorano focuses not just on the tricks performed, but also on the unparalleled Tokyo settings that serve as the backdrop to Morita’s skateboarding. It’s the iconic cherry blossoms – described by Morita as the “soul of Japan” – that frame these springtime shots, revealing how Japan has become a new home for the sport, which originated across the globe in California.

Talking about Japan’s unique take on the sport, Giordano says “there’s undoubtedly a creativity and flair that comes out of Japanese skating that I think draws people to it.”

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Photo Credit: Cole Giorano

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