Creative Sole: Japanese Sneaker Culture

. She has contributed to publications internationally, and speaks at events on Japanese culture around the world. Her best selling first sneaker book, Kicks Japan looks at the culture of sneakers within a street culture context. About the Author Manami Okazaki is a journalist and author who has written 10 books on Japanese culture, and fashion

. She has contributed to publications internationally, and speaks at events on Japanese culture around the world. Her best selling first sneaker book, Kicks Japan looks at the culture of sneakers within a street culture context. Manami Okazaki is a journalist and author who has written 10 books on Japanese culture, and fashion

From Asics / Onitsuka Tiger’s Olympic archival items, to the entire portfolio of mita sneakers collabs, to historic Japan-made sneakers sourced from the vaults of Tokyo’s super collectors, this comprehensive book will thrill all lovers of design and fashion. Included are over 350 sneaker photos, including collaboration kicks with a wide range of creators, from designers such as Comme des Garçons, street wear label BAPE, Nintendo game characters, artist Takashi Murakami, Hello Kitty