News — Japan
NEW BALANCE BY TOKYO DESIGN STUDIO: SUMMER '21
Tapping its Japan-based collective once again - New Balance unveils its latest capsule by NB Tokyo Design Studio. Utilizing retro and modern aesthetics, the 2 shoes featured in this Summer 2021 Collection offer premium constructions and fresh designs. The Boston-based brand's Tokyo Design Studio draws inspiration from street & menswear fashion as well as technology in their latest creations.
Working atop one of NB's most iconic silhouettes, the 574, TDS gives it a dressy makeover layering luxurious smooth leather and pigskin suede overtop the classic mesh panels. A striking 'Classic Burgundy' contrast can be seen at the heel of the 574 while the often seen 'N' side logo's are remove subtly. Giving the 574 its dressed up look are a welted midsole (cushioned inside with EVA foam), and treaded VIBRAM outsole providing elevated style and usable traction.
Offering a completely different scope from the 574TDU, Tokyo Design Studio unveils its Niobem Concept 2, a technology-based 'sneaker-meets-sandal' silhouette. Covering most of the shoes upper is a breathable mesh material, that is matched by tonal suede overlays, as well as an 'Indigo' blue midsole. Showing off its high-tech features, the Niobem Concept 2 is seen tooled with a VIBRAM outsole for traction and grip on uneven surfaces. Finishing off the sneaker-sandal is an all-new buckle fastening system in place of a traditional lacing.
Release Info: The New Balance by Tokyo Design Studio Summer 2021 Collection is now available In-Store and Online.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 6 - 12 US / Women's Sizing 7.5 - 13.5 US
Price: $260 CAD
NIKE AIR FORCE 1 QUICKSTRIKE: 'ACORN'
This Summer '21, Nike gears up for the re-release of a rarely-seen rendition of the Air Force 1 Low, the (originally Japan-exclusive) 'Acorn' iteration. A to-specification re-imagination of its original CO.JP debut in 2002, the neutral toned sneaker made up of hues of brown makes its return this season as an extremely limited quickstrike launch. The iconic silhouette is presented in its original form with overlays of 'Acorn' brown and underlays of 'Underbrush' beige. The sock liner material is made up of a softer leather for an easy to slip on feel. Completing the design is a woven Nike Air label placed on the tongue with an embroidered branding logo at the heel.
Release Info: The Nike Air Force 1 QS 'Acorn' is now available Online only. Any pairs that remain will be made available In-Store at a later time.
Rules: One pair per customer, multiple orders or orders placed with multiple units will be cancelled and subject to a non-refundable processing fee.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 8 - 12 US
Price: $170 CAD
VAULT by VANS x PORTER YOSHIDA & CO
Vault by Vans comes together with widely renowned Japanese bag maker - PORTER (Yoshida & Co) for an exclusive Collection of footwear & accessory styles featuring some of Vans' most iconic silhouettes. Included in the release are four footwear styles that are infused with premium tumbled leather linings, suede panelling, co-branded embellishments, and velcro stripes. The styles are all dressed in neutral tones of army green, black and cream contrasted by PORTER's signature bright orange linings.
PORTER takes their own spin on the Vans traditional checkerboard pattern with mixed materials of suede, leather and canvas to add some unique detailing. The OG Old Skool LX is offered in black and green highlighting a unique floral print on the uppers, while the OG SK8 Hi LX and OG Slip on LX is dressed in the monochromatic checkerboard print. Each silhouette (with the exception of the OG Slip On LX) includes custom designed checkerboard printed shoelaces to complete the design.
Rounding off the footwear offering are two PORTER accessories - a Wallet and 3-Way Brief Case. Constructed in a mix of nylon and suede, the accessories feature a matching design motif coinciding with the footwear.
Release Info: The Vault by Vans x PORTER Collection is now available In-Store and Online.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 8 - 12 US
Price: $140 - $560 CAD
AIR JORDAN 1 CO JP 'NEUTRAL GREY'
Originally released in 2001 as a Japan exclusive the “Air Jordan 1 High OG Japan” returns bringing back the limited design with newly added “Nike Air” branded tongues as well as a woven tag on the inside that reads “2001” and “2020” complimented by “CO.JP” graphics on the sock liner.
The silhouette that is dubbed the “Air Jordan 1 High OG CO.JP Tokyo” is also dressed in a similar neutral grey and metallic silver palette as its primary release and features a grey smooth and premium tumbled leather upper, paired with metallic silver leather on the heel, swooshes, and toe box. To complete the design are the “Nike Air” tongues that sit atop a white midsole and grey rubber outsole with “CO.JP” written on the insoles.
Release Info: Registration for the Air Jordan 1 CO JP 'Neutral Grey' has now concluded.
Rules: One (1) entry per person Online + One (1) additional entry per person on our Instagram.
Additional: Open to residents of Canada and may be subject to capacity.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 8 - 13 US
Price: $230 CAD
AIR JORDAN 1 CO.JP 'MIDNIGHT NAVY'
Although the postponement of the Tokyo Olympics surely interfered with a plethora of NIKE, Inc.’s commemorative plans, the delays didn’t cancel one of the most coveted iterations of the Air Jordan 1: the once Japan exclusive “Midnight Navy” arrangement from 2001, which finally launches again this holiday season. While the pair’s “White/Metallic Silver/Midnight Navy” palette may appear tame when compared to today’s standards, the tri colour makeup marked the first time Peter Moore’s Air Jordan design donned a non-original colorway.
This sneaker features a premium, genuine leather construction and an attractive combination of white, navy blue and silver that enhances the most symbolic elements of its design. It comes with a durable rubber sole with flexible grooves and internal Air units that ensure a comfortable stride at all times.
Release Info: In-shop (Sneakerbox Metrotown) and social registration is open now through 6:00PM (PST) - Dec 5th.
Rules: One (1) entry per person online + One (1) additional entry per person in-store at Sneakerbox Metrotown + One (1) additional entry on social.
Additional: Open to residents of Canada and may be subject to capacity.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 8 - 13 US
Price: $230 CAD
REEBOK JAPAN - BEATNIK CORDURA
With many abstract footwear silhouettes experiencing modern renaissance as of recent - for many, a quest has begun for comfortable and easy wearing shoes. Sneaker-meets-sandal-meets clog, the Reebok Beatnik arrives once again, ready to fulfill the needs of those looking for something new to add to the wardrobe.
Hot off the heels of recent collaborations, including Japan's NEEDLES, and cult-brand PLEASURES, Reebok Japan unveils its all new CORDURA Beatnik, tooled with durable material to handle the seasons transition.
Atop an oversized hiking-inspired rippled treaded sole, the Beatnik now features CORDURA's signature hard-wearing fabric, with support from a removable heel strap - allowing for the Beatnik to be worn as a true mule style slide.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 8 - 11 US (Full sizes only)
Price: $160 CAD
