Japanese Sneakers Making their Presence Known with Innovative Designs; Drawing on Retro Inspiration for New Styles

By Hiromi Kanekita / Yomiuri Shimbun Staff Writer
13:59 JST,
October 30, 2024
Japanese brand sports sneakers have been growing in popularity among enthusiasts. Old models of running shoes have found new life as walking shoes, and they seem to be gaining attention because they are both fashionable and easy to walk in.
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