In BMX Freestyle Flatland—sometimes considered cycling's version of figure skating—riders compete by executing incredible tricks in an arena without ramps or jumps. Tricks include spinning on the BMX bike's wheels or riding on the handlebars. Japan has produced many of the sport's top stars, and the competition for the Japan National Championships sees international and X-Games champions battle it out. We follow two top Japanese riders as they prepare for the final event of the domestic tour, and learn more about the appeal of this fascinating sport.