Top 8 Best Japanese Running Shoe Brands

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Running shoes are an extremely important item for every athlete. Many Japanese running shoe brands offer performance, durability, and style that experienced or ... read more...

  1. Top 1

    Mizuno

    Mizuno is one of the running shoe brands with the most loyal and loyal consumers. This is due to Mizuno Wave technology, which makes the movement more responsive than ever, worthy of the title of top running shoe. Mizuno's history begins significantly earlier than many other brands and initially specialized in baseball products from apparel to catching gloves, producing gear for all types of sports, from golf to football, and in 1983, they began using this knowledge of professional sports equipment to create a line of RunBird shoes.


    Mizuno also extends to running shoes in general, with a focus on ultra-light outsoles and breathable materials. They use synthetic materials that are mostly quite breathable and effective in both slow jogging and high-intensity sprints. This is proven over the past two decades by the development of all kinds of unique designs. For example, the Infinity Wave construction uses a lighter midsole sponge to improve its cushioning and stability, creating products that are surprisingly durable and long-lasting with a unique and flexible design significantly.


    Mizuno running shoes are surprisingly affordable as the fully synthetic material makes them fairly easy to manufacture. Top-of-the-line products like the Mizuno Wave Rider or Mizuno Men's Wave Inspire 7 Running Shoe can reach a pleasant around $80, though newer and older models will typically have higher and lower prices. It is impossible not to admit that with these characteristics, Mizuno fully deserves the trust and asserts its position in the market.


    Detailed information:

    • Headquarters: 1-12-35, NANKO-KITA, SUMINOE-KU, OSAKA 559-8510, JAPAN
    • Founded: 1906
    • Founder: Rihachi Mizuno
      • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MizunoVietnam/
      • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mizunoasia/
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    • Top 2

      ASICS

      ASICS ranks as one of Japan's top well-known brands, as it has huge sales and presence in North America and Europe along with its corporate headquarters. This brand is relatively new compared to many mainstream running shoe brands. The name ASICS means "a clear mind in a healthy body". Their research is always geared towards creating powerful products that embody this ideology.


      Some of the features that users will find among the various ASICS shoes include excellent shock absorption and a Wet Grip rubber outsole, allowing runners to move with ease in all types of rainy environments and rugged. The designs focus on comfort and the brand's designs prevent excessive supine posture and help you keep your balance on the move.


      Every shoe from this brand is tested by professional athletes. After thorough research, ASICS can be tailored to fit the shape of the foot. Even the materials and designs are optimized to help customers feel the most comfortable. In particular, innovative design is also the main factor leading to their outstanding reputation.


      ASICS running shoe brands' prices can vary, but the products on their own website can range quite high from $150 to $220. However, if you want older models and a bit more budget options, you can find all the standard ASICS shoes for under $100.


      Detailed information:


      • Headquarters: 1-1, Minatojima-Nakamachi 7-chome, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-8555, Japan
        • Founded: 1949
        • Founder: Onitsuka Kihachiro
          • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/asicsvietnamofficial/
          • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asics_japan/
          • Twitter: https://twitter.com/ASICS_JP
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          Image via www.asics.com
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          Image via www.asics.com
        • Top 3

          Onitsuka Tiger

          The Onitsuka Tiger is still a brand within this larger company, and while it's not quite the same as ASICS shoes in general, it still exhibits many of the same characteristics. These are mainly synthetic running shoes but can be used less than athletic shoes and more than fashionable casual shoes.


          The Onitsuka Tiger remains as versatile and sturdy as before but with signature leatherette materials and a more innovative look to make it easier to distinguish. This makes them a bit less powerful and durable but still extremely light and effective for casual runners. One of the more interesting elements of its design is its slight focus on athletics, it comes in more accessible styles and sizes.


          Their stylish nature can make them relatively more expensive, peaking at $200, but more casual unisex shoes like the one mentioned earlier can often cost around $100, making Onitsuka Tiger becomes a pretty solid choice if you want something a little less typical than the mid-high with running shoes.


          While his company changed its name to ASICS in 1977, the Onitsuka Tiger label survived, reviving its hit style from the '60s, '70s, and '80s. But it was the Mexican 66 striped shoes, worn by Bruce Lee. The famous dragon on the silver screen is its most durable design.


          Detailed Information:


          • Headquarters: 1-1, Minatojima-Nakamachi 7-chome, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-8555, Japan
          • Founded: 1949
          • Founder: Onitsuka Kihachiro
          • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnitsukaTigerVN/
          • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onitsukatigerjp/
          • Twitter: https://twitter.com/ot_japan
          • Line: https://page.line.me/onitsukatigerjp
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        • Top 4

          Shoes Like Pottery

          Shoes Like Pottery manufactures handmade canvas sneakers at the Kurume factory, in Fukuoka. These sneakers are made using the ancient Japanese method "Ka-ryu" - a vulcanization process that involves heating the outsole in a kiln, giving each pair a texture and finally a finish unique look like handmade ceramics.


          Each shoe of Shoes Like Pottery is finished with the brand's signature stamped logo, including a wax decal of the legendary hammer, "Uchide no kozuchi." Legend says that when the hammer is swung, it grants the owner wishes and eternal good fortune. It is believed that this hammer is held by the Japanese deity, Daikokuten - one of the Seven Lucky Gods in Japanese mythology.


          Shoes from Shoes Like Pottery are easily identifiable by their signature blue bottom sole. This signature lends a subtle color accent to the classic canvas sneaker design. Each and every shoe is made of durable canvas. Because of this point will make the customer more comfortable to carry. Their simple, understated design combined with their comfort and durability keep these sneakers at the top of my rotation.


          Detailed Information:


          • Headquarters: 60 Hakusan-cho, Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture,
          • Founded: 1873
          • Founder: Unpei Kurata
          • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shoeslikepottery/
          • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shoeslikepottery/
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        • Top 5

          Hender Scheme

          Coming from Japan, a country that is famous for design and quality, coupled with superior craftsmanship, Hender Scheme is still a strange and reclusive name, but it is also on the verge of becoming a "male bureaucracy" magnet" that attracts shoe players. What do they excel at? All products are handcrafted with designs that honor brands like Nike, Reebok, or Adidas. It's not as simple as changing colors or adding unique details... Instead, Hender Scheme completely ditches the traditional materials on classic Adidas shoe designs, wearing them goat leather and Premium cowhide.


          Hender Scheme is a shoe and sneaker brand best known for creating replicas of popular sneaker models. The Hender Scheme is very popular and sought after because it is handcrafted from raw leather. They often use a combination of cowhide, pig, and leather soles. These shoes promise to create comfort, uniqueness, and unique style for customers.


          One factor that could make buyers reconsider Hender Scheme footwear is that vegans are likely to be very unhappy with this, but using leather for footwear is not a new concept. However, if you don't mind the material and enjoy the look of these attractive shoes, consider a modern and stylish handcrafted shoe.


          Detailed information:


          • Headquarters: 3-11-2 Kuramae Taito-Ku, Tokyo, Japan,
          • Founded: 2010
          • Founder: Ryo Kashiwazaki
            • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/henderscheme/
            • Twitter: https://twitter.com/henderscheme
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          • Top 6

            LOSERS

            The LOSERS brand started its business in 1975. After its establishment, the streetwear label Losers quickly became one of the coolest brands in Japan. Their goal is to create designs that tie in with the meaning of "iki", a uniquely Japanese concept of beauty and perseverance.


            Their tagline is "Be consistent with your guns" - this is the persistent aspect of the iki aesthetic, while its beauty speaks for itself. For this company, “loser” is not an insult but a source of pride. A loser must have faith in himself to continue. The LOSERS shoes are faithful to the traditional Japanese aesthetic.


            It is a name familiar to young people today because the founders and designers of LOSERS are all members of the new generation. The meaning of the Japanese sneaker brand name reminds us of the efforts of struggling designers inspired by Japan's Edo Period. They tried to create new models of shoes for sneaker fans. In each Losers repertoire, we see the hidden creativity that is both unique and different.


            And indeed LOSERS has done it, notably creating shoes that use colors borrowed from the "48 browns and 100 grays" that common Japanese folk were allowed to wear during the Edo period. Since then, the brand has made waves at fashion shows with clean and lightweight shoes, marked by the signature V-shaped design on the toe.


            Detailed information:


            • Headquarters: Harajuku, Tokyo, Japan
            • Founded: 1975
            • Founder: Sneaker Wolf
            • Twitter: https://twitter.com/losersstyg
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          • Top 7

            RFW Tokyo

            RFW Tokyo brand was founded in 1998, the first name is Rhythm Footwear. Its founder, Takashi Kanokogi, studied product design and shoemaking in London and returned to Tokyo. After returning from the course, this designer created shoes that are known for their flawless silhouettes, minimalist style, and simple decor. Thanks to such a simple design, their sports shoes have received much love from male and female customers.


            RFW Tokyo could only be found in the Japanese market until 2009. Now, they are a global company because they offer outstanding design, quality, patterns, and colors. That's why slim sneakers have helped RFW Tokyo stand out among many names in the Japanese industry.


            Young people across Japan (and across the globe) enjoy RFW's fashion and comfort. The design and styling of the RFW sneaker are reminiscent of Vans and Converse, two of the world's most famous streetwear brands. RFW's design is suitable for many different events and activities such as going to work, walking, and running...


            Kanokogi learned and mastered the shoemaking process at Cordwainers College in London, making him even more passionate about making great shoes. Craftsmanship combined with unique and classic design are the hallmarks of RFW. This can be seen as a bright spot that helps the shoes to be the most popular among young Japanese.


            Detailed information:


            • Headquarters: Araki Building 2F, 1-6-9 Tomigaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0063
            • Founded: 1998
            • Founder: Takashi Kanokogi
            • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rhythmfootwear
            • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rfwtokyo/
            • Twitter: https://twitter.com/RFW_TOKYO
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          • Top 8

            Visvim

            Founded in 2000, Visvim founder Hiroki Nakamura has spent the past 15 years building a low-key streetwear empire. The brand's instantly recognizable American-inspired sneakers are at the heart of the Visvim brand. The Visvim sneaker-moccasin combo is a fascinating blend of progressive design with historical culture and Japanese design aesthetics. They may not be for everyone, but they are definitely pushing boundaries.


            Visvim is known as one of the most prominent names in these sports shoe brands from Japan. Since they have 18 years of experience in this field, you can completely trust their quality. Besides, the design of the brand is inspired by the American style. When you look at their sneakers, you can immediately feel the American fashion style. However, they still combine exotic features with traditional elements and Japanese history, which have created their own reputation in the market.


            Over the past 18 years, Visvim has established itself as a famous Japanese sneaker brand. The brand looks to American design for inspiration for its footwear. This not-so-old Japanese footwear business offers customers not only recognizable American designs but also an interesting mix of modern design with traditional Japanese design and historical culture. This amazing sneaker design is the secret to making this Japanese sneaker brand unique.


            Detailed information:


            • Headquarters: Tokyo,
            • Founded: 2000
            • Founder: Hiroki Nakamura
            • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visvim.tv
            • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visvimwmv/
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