Taiga Nagai

What's the ideal amount of stairs for a handrail? 

10

Craziest place skateboarding has taken you? 

San Diego! That place is filled with so many memories.

Worst part about getting knocked out? 

I don't remember anything from that time, but I fractured my wrist and skull. Erick Winkowski took care of me and helped me out a lot afterward.

Last video part that got you stoked? 

Dylan Jaeb's fakie flip was insane.

All time best skater from Japan? 

T4 aka Taihou Tokura

Secret to bigspin front boardslides (or blunts)?

Just try diving in!

Favorite person to skate with from the Santa Cruz team? 

Erick Winkowski

Last trick you filmed?

Frontside 180 switch crook

Am who should be pro?

There are so many, I can't list them all. They could all become professionals.

What’s next for you in 2026?

I want to shoot more street videos and achieve better results in competitions.

What does skateboarding mean to you?

I think skateboarding is the best way to express yourself.

Photos: Eric Palozzolo

Originally published in Issue 8 - October 2026

Next
Next

Jake Sanso