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The JAPAN S™ shoes are based on one of our throwback offerings from 1981.
Updated with a lightweight design and a modified cupsole, this shoe is made for comfort. It's also paired with nostalgic branding, like the ASICS Stripes on the quarter-panels and "ASICS" lettering at the heel.
Originally worn by basketball players in the 1980s, this shoe reimagines its iconic court details with a modern lens.
Based on the original 1981 model
Cupsole tooling
The sockliner is produced with the solution dyeing process that reduces water usage by approximately 33% and carbon emissions by approximately 45% compared to the conventional dyeing technology
By purchasing this product, you are supporting sustainable leather manufacturing through the Leather Working Group (LWG)
Updated with a lightweight design and a modified cupsole, this shoe is made for comfort. It's also paired with nostalgic branding, like the ASICS Stripes on the quarter-panels and "ASICS" lettering at the heel.
Originally worn by basketball players in the 1980s, this shoe reimagines its iconic court details with a modern lens.
Based on the original 1981 model
Cupsole tooling
The sockliner is produced with the solution dyeing process that reduces water usage by approximately 33% and carbon emissions by approximately 45% compared to the conventional dyeing technology
By purchasing this product, you are supporting sustainable leather manufacturing through the Leather Working Group (LWG)