Yusho Shoji Finishes Runner-Up at the 9th All Japan BMX Freestyle Championships

Yusho Shoji's Remarkable Achievement in BMX Freestyle

Yusho Shoji, a talented BMX freestyle rider sponsored by Beads International, recently showcased his incredible skills at the 9th All Japan BMX Freestyle Championships, where he impressively secured the runner-up position. The event took place from October 2nd to 5th, 2025, at Karasujo Park located beneath Okayama Castle, North Okayama City. This championship is renowned as a prestigious platform that draws the country’s top riders to compete for the title of Japan's top BMX rider.

Event Overview

The All Japan BMX Freestyle Championships, powered by Light Electric Industry, serves as a crucial tournament that determines the national representatives for the upcoming year. With high stakes, competitors put forth their best efforts to secure their spots on the national team.

Here's an overview of the event:

- Event Name: 9th All Japan BMX Freestyle Championships powered by Light Electric Industry
- Date: October 2nd to 5th, 2025
- Location: Karasujo Park, Okayama Castle, 2-3 Marunouchi, Kita-ku, Okayama City
- Official Website: Japan BMX

Yusho's Comments and Profile

In an emotional statement, Yusho Shoji expressed his excitement about achieving second place in this significant competition. He pointed out the importance of this event in determining next year’s national representatives and acknowledged the hard work and preparation he dedicated leading up to this competition.

“I was determined to perform well at the All Japan Championships held in Okayama. This year was particularly important as it sets the stage for next year’s national team. I tried to adapt my routine for the final by attempting a new trick that I had previously failed at, but it didn’t go as planned. However, I managed to recover my run and earn the runner-up position, which places me as a candidate for next year’s national team. I’ll be preparing for a world competition in Shanghai next week and will ensure that I’ve fine-tuned my routines for a perfect performance. Thank you all for your support!”

Yusho Shoji was born on January 1, 2002, in Chiba Prefecture. He got into BMX at the age of 10 under the influence of friends, quickly becoming captivated by the culture and style associated with the sport. His achievements are impressive; in 2022, he participated individually in the FISE Montpellier World Championship, securing a runner-up position among top riders worldwide. In 2023, he achieved his first-ever victory at the same event, followed by more accolades, including winning the UCI World Championships that same year, earning him considerable recognition.

Career Highlights

- 2022: Runner-up at FISE Montpellier World Championship
- 2023: Champion at FISE Montpellier World Championship
- 2023: Champion at UCI World Championships
- 2023: Ranked 1st in the UCI Annual Ranking
- 2023: Champion at Chimera Games, Tokyo Skytree
- 2023: Runner-up at FLAT ARK, Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- 2024: 3rd place at UCI World Cup in Enoshima
- 2024: Champion at FISE Montpellier (2nd consecutive win)
- 2025: Runner-up at Chimera A-SIDE BMX Flatland Battle
- 2025: Runner-up at Myna Japan Cup HIROSHIMA
- 2025: Champion at FISE Montpellier UCI BMX Freestyle Flatland World Cup (3rd consecutive win)
- 2025: Champion at Chimera A-SIDE BMX Flatland Battle

With Beads International backing him, Yusho Shoji represents the fusion of street culture with urban sports. The brand is committed to promoting urban sports alongside fashion and art.

About Beads International

- Company Name: Beads International Co., Ltd.
- President: Yusaku Nishikata
- Head Office: 1-1-2 Higashiyama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
- Website: Beads International
- Established: December 1990
- Employees: 400 (as of September 2025)
- Capital: 45 million yen
- Business: Planning and selling clothing and lifestyle items, promotional activities, and e-commerce.