# Kokomo Murase **Kokomo Murase** (Japanese: 村瀬 心椛; born 7 November 2004) is a prominent Japanese snowboarder specializing in freestyle disciplines, specifically **slopestyle** and **big air**. Known for her technical precision and competitive consistency, she has established herself as a leading figure in international snowboarding. ### Competitive Career #### Winter Olympics Murase represented Japan at the **2022 Winter Olympics** in Beijing. She competed in the women's slopestyle event and participated in the big air competition, where she secured a bronze medal, becoming the youngest Japanese woman to medal at a Winter Olympics. #### FIS Snowboard World Cup During the **2021–22 FIS Snowboard World Cup** season, Murase demonstrated exceptional dominance across the tour. Her performances earned her two prestigious Crystal Globes as she secured the overall titles in: * **Slopestyle** * **Freestyle (Overall)** #### X Games and Other Achievements Prior to her Olympic debut, Murase gained international recognition by becoming the youngest gold medalist in X Games history at the age of 13, winning the Women’s Big Air at X Games Norway 2018. ### Honors and Style Murase is recognized for her ability to execute complex rotations, including being one of the first women to land a backside 1260 in competition. Her career is marked by a rapid ascent from the junior ranks to the pinnacle of the World Cup circuit.