Donald Takayama Surfboards

Donald Takayama Surfboards, nestled along the Californian coastline, is a brand known for crafting exquisitely designed surfboards. The Takayama surfboard range varies greatly, offering options such as longboards, mid-lengths, shortboards, and DT Classics.

A Hawaiian surfer, Donald Takayama, rose to fame in the 1960s and 70s, and it's often suggested he might have been the inaugural professional surfer globally. After relocating from Hawaii to California, he pursued a career in surfboard shaping and subsequently clinched multiple victories at the United States Surfing Championships. With his extensive expertise and insights gained from fellow surfers, Donald channelled his skills into creating surfboards that are both high in performance and sophisticated in design.