Onitsuka Tiger Collaborates with Artist Ayaan Nishikata | Onitsuka Tiger
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January 30, 2019

Onitsuka Tiger Collaborates with Artist Ayaan Nishikata | Onitsuka Tiger


Onitsuka Tiger


Incorporating Traditional Japanese Craftsmanship into Design
MEXICO Mid Runner


Onitsuka Tiger collaborates with artist Ayaan Nishikata. A unique sneaker, based on the "MEXICO Mid Runner" and incorporating traditional Japanese craftsmanship, has been created. It is now available exclusively at the Onitsuka Tiger Omotesando store.

Text by Kosaku Waseda (OPENERS)





Available in futuristic silver and classic purple



A collaboration has been realized between Onitsuka Tiger and Ayaan Nishikata, an artist who expresses himself through traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

A limited edition model has been released, based on Onitsuka Tiger's signature "MEXICO Mid Runner" sneaker, incorporating traditional Japanese patterns into its design.

The ankle collar features fabric woven with the artist's signature "Annan-ori" technique. The warp threads are dyed in various colors using liquids extracted from plants and are interwoven with gold and silver threads, creating an exotic atmosphere. While maintaining a standard silhouette, the design is finished with a fashionable look.


MEXICO MID RUNNER DELUXE

MEXICO MID RUNNER DELUXE



The colorways include a futuristic silver and purple, a color historically considered noble in Japan. For the purple, a soft lavender was chosen over a strong hue to express gentleness.

Perfect for casual styles as well as classic and elegant ensembles. They promise to serve as a stylish accent.



The official movie offers a glimpse into both Nishikata's artistic side and his craftsmanship. We encourage you to check it out as well.

MEXICO MID RUNNER DELUXE
Color: Silver x Fuchsia Purple, Acai x Spruce Green
Size | (1182A079): 23.0cm~25.0cm (0.5cm increments), (1181A082): 25.0cm~28.0cm (0.5cm increments), 29.0cm
Material |
Upper: Natural Leather x Natural Fiber & Synthetic Fiber
Outer Sole: Rubber
Country of Origin | Japan
Price | ¥38,000 (excluding tax)



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