Primitive Skate Welcomes Kyonosuke Yamashita

“The first time that I skated with Kyonosuke was at the Fire Lab rail when I was working on my “What The Prod” part. He filmed a line with a big flip front board in a handful of tries, but even from that small amount I saw, I could already recognize a mature taste in his skating. Later on I got to watch him cruise the Primitive Park and get more of a sense of the tricks that he would do, and it struck me how much he has an old soul to his skating. I don’t know who mentored him or who his OG’s were that put him on to skating, but he skates as if he grew up watching the same people that I grew up watching. Although we’ve only known each other for a short time, he already fits in so naturally with the team that it feels like he’s been around way longer. It feels only right to make it official and welcome Kyonosuke Yamashita to the Primitive Skate team!” - Paul Rodriguez
Filmed by: Alan Hannon, Alex Kissinger, Eric Iwakura and Jake Leger
Edited by: Alan Hannon
Motion Graphics: Blaine Birardi
Still Photography: Bailey Schreiner
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Primitive Skateboarding was established in early 2014 by Paul Rodriguez and Heath Brinkley. Our pros are Paul Rodriguez, Tiago Lemos, Miles Silvas, JB Gillet, Spencer Hamilton, Robert Neal, Marek Zaprazny, Devine Calloway, Carlos Ribeiro, Brian Peacock, Wade Desarmo, Franky Villani, Giovanni Vianna, and Trent McClung. Ams: Tre Williams

[@LuisMora]

Kid has come a long way. Congrats Kyonosuke, we’re proud of you! Future is looking bright ✨

[@helluvitco9324]

Also thanks to u to Luis u put him more out there kynoske has been working hard and it shows

[@markpboy9177]

nka vids excepts it luis

[@jaytee4431]

First discovered Kyonosuke through your work! Stoked to see him come up through your videos and become a solid addition to Primitive's already stacked roster. Cheers!

[@ryudragonpunch9025]

The credit goes to Luis and the entire Erased Project crew for giving Kyonosuke exposure and support through out his journey.

[@blind_dog47]

ERASED Family 🔥

[@JohnHill]

oh damn, good day for the internet

[@bonzo1975]

Facts!

[@treverloveland8113]

Good day indeed

[@noodlehead2392]

love kyo

[@Dokuji]

John Hilliams!

[@ElChuvyDuvy]

What happened to your skate team?

[@sie247]

Been watching this kid since he popped up on Luis Mora’s channel. I knew he was gonna do big things. Much deserved 💪🏼

[@hugo_.der._boss]

Same

[@eliasparker7454]

Same, probably my favorite skater

[@paleg3300]

Same he ma favorite

[@higiniomaldonaldo5763]

Same dude

[@higiniomaldonaldo5763]

Same dude

[@hiimswitch]

April’s got Yuto, Almost’s got Keyaki, Blind’s got Sora, and now Primitive’s got this amazing kid. Awesome. It’s about time Japanese skaters get attention from the top major brands of the industry.

[@Dan-zg1ud]

@Groovysinner and you can’t skate at all

[@ogmike6444]

@Groovysinner watch anything from evisen skateboards or tightbooth productions if you need some diversity but your statement is trash

[@kotadixon9126]

@Groovysinner imagine hating

[@presage23]

@@ogmike6444 Makes me also want to cite Lenz 2. That was a hell of a video.

[@drakeapolinar7222]

Polar has Shin Sanbongi Wknd has Shintaro Hongo

[@jfncho]

getting on Primitive or April is like getting on Girl or Chocolate back in the day. the elite of the elite.

[@abuhaneefa7422]

💯 Damn right!

[@Jordi_Llopis_i_Torregrosa96]

pretty much

[@harlanpetrowski6009]

@Groovysinner April? 2 Olympic Medalists, One of which is World Champ and probably one of the most famous athletes in a country of 125 million people. The other, a country of 211 million people.

[@thesuperstomper4776]

@@harlanpetrowski6009 While they have a talented roster, and Yuto has been going nuts lately, I still wouldn’t say they are in the top 3 board companies in terms of team roster.

[@GettingHyphy]

What about Real tho, that team is bonkers

[@ryudragonpunch9025]

Just when I thought Primitive’s roster couldn’t get more stacked…this happens LOL 💯🔥

[@joshhwebb1214]

Literally like holyyyy

[@bigshermsthenikesbkid8211]

Was thinking the same thing like damn they pretty much have the best skaters in the game for a board sponsor cuz nike sb team which has a bunch of the primitive riders also is off the chain🤘

[@NickWillMakeIt]

Imagine a “full length” video part from this man….love to see you winning! Shout out Luis for putting us all on to this homie early lol

[@slowhorsen]

allan said theres gonna be video coming out by the end of this year kyo will def be in there imo！

[@vfxamin]

Luis Mora fans have seen this kid since day one. And we are so proud of how far he has come!!!

[@KevinKawamura]

We basically got to watch him grow up on Luis's channel and mold into who he is today.

[@Jordi_Llopis_i_Torregrosa96]

The Brazilians have dominated the scene for a few years now and I feel like it's the Japanese coming to dethrone them now, so much insane talent out of that island lately.

[@andipot.x]

ikr 🥰🥰🥰😍😍😍

[@LJ_S1K]

Is Nyjah Brazilian? Lol, but seriously the Japanese are here to stay with all the talent they are producing, men and women skating. It's great to see!

[@y3wru832]

Skateboarding has no color just fun and peace on those four wheels who cares where so and so are from! Enjoy the art!

[@Jordi_Llopis_i_Torregrosa96]

@@y3wru832 ??????

[@ezcanor8262]

Japans producing top quality skaters. I still haven’t found one Japanese skater who’s style I don’t like they are all so damn talented

[@theobibard]

This kid deserve so much to be in this team ! Follow him since the Luis Moras vids in Tokyo & to be able to see the evolution since back then & now, this is amazing the future of skateboarding is so bright ! おめでとうKyonosuke !

[@lisardtv4013]

Love the outro clip looks like Kyonosuke is having a great time with the primitive fam🖤

[@zkipa]

same. daps all around

[@Don-ql8yq]

yup. he has great time with all groups he hangs out with haha

[@kingsmustrise]

welcome Kyonosuke!! makin big movess

[@mexicanskater]

The amount of talent he has is crazy, you love to see it. Big thanks to Luis Mora for showing me who he is 🔥🔥🔥

[@PTVexoh]

Just heard of him when he skated the recent SLS event. Kid skates like a man. Way more style than all the other young kids out there

[@jahierrojas]

I’m so proud bro man thanks for Luis for putting kyonosuke name out there since the beginning 🔥🔥🔥I’m so hype bro man kyonosuke keep on grind bro I love you man 🔥🔥🔥📹🛹🛹

[@gandhimahatma3304]

Dude’s got a grown mans style already. Can’t wait to see more from him in the future

[@gandhimahatma3304]

@Groovysinner you either know nothing about skating or you’re just a hater

[@PedroPereira-tr7gw]

@@gandhimahatma3304 🤣 instantly saw this comment and had to say facts

[@ScamLikely9327]

Fucking love to see it. He’s probably my favorite skater I’ve found in the last two years.

[@CigBhungus]

Primitive X Erased collab is something we NEED

[@michagert5781]

I feel like I'm happier than himself young legend we love you

[@im_pasta9430]

big love to luis for showing us this amazing talent from his young years❤️

[@RevvedMetal_Eco]

favorite skater ❤️ been watching him since he was a kid

[@justing757]

I’ll be honest I’ve been watching him on Luis moras vlogs since the beginning of covid 2020, thanks Luis for introducing me to him, your crew and the crew in Japan! It’s cool to see him grow up and see how much talent he’s got! He will be recognized as he should. Team Erased!

[@L_V_R_N_C]

This kid is something special..... Skateboarding in Japan is going to a new level with the amount of talent coming from there.

[@michagert5781]

Been watching him for 2 years now. Can't wait to skate his first pro Board once😍

[@dakotakeyt220]

Always knew he would end up here, his style, his tricks, everything screams primitive and I couldn’t agree more

[@avkkankan]

I’m so proud and I’ve never met him. So glad he can skate for something like PRIMITIVE

[@colebecker9213]

Watched this kid grow up as I’ve grown up too. He’s been my favorite skater and I couldn’t be more happy for him it’s been a long time coming. Thank you primitive and Luis!

[@ogeezus2293]

Hell yeah! Been a big fan since I saw him skate in Luis Mora’s videos. Can’t wait to see what the future holds for Kyonosuke. SLS CHAMP in no time!

[@wataruishii]

Kyonosuke was the reason I started skateboarding when I watched him skate on Luis’ channel and it’s crazy how he’s now AM for such a big brand. Congrats homie

[@kerlyiabrown2355]

been watching him on youtube since forever, can't imagine anyone more deserving. Amazing job kynosuke

[@urbanskateboarding9355]

With his own progression and with the help of Luis ... HIS LIFE CHANGED ✨✨

[@nexsgo784]

I´m enjoy this momento so much!!! Go Kyonosuke

[@jessedz3220]

this is insane to see kyno join primitive. ik that was one of his goals in a old vid from luis. congrats kyno

[@brianespinoza6441]

When I saw him on prod post welcoming him to the primitive team . I was stoked for dude ! He’s already a beast now he’s gonna be “training” or having fun with the big dawgs 💯💯💯happy for him .

[@higiniomaldonaldo5763]

Literally been watching him since luis moras channel man it's crazy seeing him around yall. So hyped for him

[@supremedemigod]

OMG im so happy for this kid, shoutout to Luis Mora for putting me on cus dam this dude has a crazy future in skateboarding.

[@Ace-ig3mj]

Not even a 2 min part and is killing it like a pro part. So stoked for you Kyo 🔥

[@victorvidal9056]

Congrats Kyonosuke, we’re proud of you!

[@CalebJGrant]

Well deserved its always a pleasure watching you skate your style is so clean keep going up man🔥

[@chupapiiimunanyo4554]

congrats to the man himself been og since he was 13 that guy is gonna be inspirational and has a big big future

[@SS_BS_TS]

So well deserved 🙌🏾🔥🔥

[@kevinkrutz924]

Automatic like, without even watching. This dude is so deserving, his style is untachble.. and hes so young. Legend in the making

[@nolanbarbee7051]

His styles not untouchable😂😂😂

[@Jordi_Llopis_i_Torregrosa96]

@@nolanbarbee7051 according to....you?

[@nolanbarbee7051]

@@Jordi_Llopis_i_Torregrosa96 no shit sherlock my opinions meaningless😂 get with the program

[@jamesmarshal8024]

Amazing addition to prods crew

[@pok7835]

Kyonosuke is one of our best shots to the future. Glad to see primitive skate sponsor this absolutely monster.

[@fkylw]

The skateboarding ability is tremendous. The editing and timing of the tricks on this video is insane.

[@belve.]

we’ve seen you grow we’ve seen you become pro now we can see u going big!! well done man!

[@bryanramos83]

Wish this was longer, been waiting for the moment he was finally made official🔥🔥🔥

[@ejness]

Damn! So happy for him! From watching him as a little kid just killin it to doing big things!! Well deserved!!

[@shampou8069]

So glad to see a skateboarder on the youtube skate side of things come into the pro scene.

[@TravisKelleher]

This dude is amazing! Also kudos to the production quality and editing on this, and all of the other Privative videos, excellent as always.

[@slades_salad]

first primitive, then the world. this kid’s going places.

[@leastfavorite9670]

Kyonosuke!!!! More reasons to love and support Primitive ❤️

[@carp3163]

So steeez! He will always be my fav skater

[@Skateboardingofficial]

Great day for the internet 😍 Congrat's Kyonosuke 💪

[@eduardjuzhteendavecorpuzri9964]

I saw this kid first at Luis' vlog when he's in Japan. Luis took this kid to help him to achieve his dreams. And now, look at him. Thanks to luis helpong and not letting this kid down. Keep it up. Luis Mora fan here🤝

[@arthurvalenzuela857]

Yes yes yes 👏👏👏 Been waiting for this, and thank you

[@ethanyoung3319]

So talented we’ll deserved

[@Muskv.]

i so proud of kyonosuke for all he get on the world of the skate, the way is large and he is it

[@TheKinety]

Yooo that flip blunt was clean. Feels like I watched this kid grow up through Luis. Great personality, great skills. Over all this kid has what it takes.

[@billybalentine8065]

It’s about time. I’ve been watching this kid since he was introduced on Luis mora channel.

[@reycris]

hes been my favorite skater for the longest time n its so cool to see how far hes going

[@RealSkateStories]

When the title is "Primitive Welcomes... you know you are going to see a tech prodigy. But one of the most stylish skateboarders of all time? 🤯✔ You've heard of KY Jelly? Introducing KY Butter.

[@9svm]

A video with him, wade desarmo, giovanni, and mcclung

[@hugofsn]

so hyped for him ! can't wait to see him full time at the berics haha

[@AbelKleinblatt]

yes!! More Kyonosuke please!!

[@RoyBeatty]

So well deserved. Kyonosuke is a beast

[@_thupden_s]

Congrats to one of my best skater❤️.. You've come along way and still more to Go, Best wishes my G.❤️

[@BetterSkateThanNever]

stee fresh yet classic, like the boss said. fun seeing Lakai's in the mix too

[@lanitagautreaux3533]

Kyonosuke Yamashita, you are the best and I wish you all the best for the future

[@carlmarshall40]

Absolutely amazing the level of skating these days.

[@recession81]

Best welcome part ever 🔥🔥🔥

[@Dokuji]

Love to see this! Congrats Kyonosuke! My favorite!

[@josegurrola9021]

This kid has come a long way and he's only getting started. ERASED FOREVER

[@mobgrip]

Congrats Kyonosuke!!! Well deserved 🎯

[@iannieves7589]

Could do nothing but smile at the outro clip :)))

[@filmerdclips2187]

Some STRONG style coming out of Japan this year

[@NHLfan11]

Been watching him since a little kid on luis channel This kid is gonna change skating his future is has so much for him this kid has something special that most skaters don’t have Congrats Kyonosuke Yamashita✨✌️🛹🎶

[@Devillionaire]

This was gonna happen sooner or later. This kid is fire.

[@jerichorejuso1825]

Damn, I'm so proud of him, I've watched him since he was first featured on Luis' channel, big props to Kyonosuke and even Luis for bringing him into the limelight.

[@percussionjamz6704]

@Groovysinner bruh, he legit has been helping kyonsuke film and travel to skate. So yes he def helped him get into the limelight. Look at the comments for christ sake, most of the people who are praising him found him through luis!

[@diether7]

@Groovysinner Luis even said he found out Kyonosuke when he was 12 then after that Primitive Japan acquire Kyonosuke.

[@donloading6163]

This sw heel back was dope...

[@ferndells]

that kf front blunt was insanely well done

[@Mikel-ju5xd]

Adfg estoy tan orgulloso de todo lo que está logrando Kyonosuke :'')

[@4crAAil]

That kickflip blunt was good enough to be an ender! Glad he's getting that money!

[@OmegaKatanaXIII]

I'm so happy for this kid kyonosuke sorry for spelling. Anyways it's nice to see him move on up to the big leagues and Mr Luis Mora if you see this comment all I have to say is thank you for helping discovering him and bringing him out to the world. Also I'm a big fan of your channel since your days in Tokyo Japan.

[@ピーちゃん-f1h]

チームのみんなが笑顔で彼を迎えた時に彼の人柄が垣間見えた!

[@clifcoleman3675]

extremely well deserved. First saw him on Luis Mora channel and he has always been killing it. Progressing insanely fast also. So happy he is getting recognized by such an amazing brand such as primitive. Such a steezy style. Keep Killing it homie!

[@maxhuennekens2631]

Yes!! Well deserved this made my day

[@juliangriffiths9583]

lesgooo kyonosuke, luis mora blessed you and you deserve this.

[@finndustin]

He is a Legend. Thanks to Luis for support him soo much

[@march11stoneytony]

Skating just keeps getting better

[@zvnabalisong4935]

I'm so proud of Kyonosuke, he deserves nothing less

[@Dechral]

wow, this makes me so proud of this kid!!

[@nickvanamburg]

Props to the editor for syncing up the music so well!

[@till3005_]

whats it called

[@_ForTheWin_]

HE DESERVES IT. DUDE IS A BEAST!!!!!!!!!!!! 💜

[@NathanKernn]

Almost teared up at the end, good shit!

[@rossmoniz5032]

Hell yeah , been watching from Luis for a minute journey just beginning

[@alexanderbertallo1995]

Much love from Switzerland

[@thisandthat3763]

Sometimes I can’t believe that Kyonosuke’s grown so much both physically and skill wise

[@MinePedLP]

His style is flowly bro. Deserved!!

[@dmh1947]

this kid is incredible, nice addition. Spenny is on fire!