The JAPAN S™ shoes are based on one of our throwback offerings from 1981.This reworked iteration is formed with a low-top silhouette that's complete with a court-inspired toe box and throwback colorways.Updated with a lightweight design that features a modified cupsole,this shoe is complemented with premium comfort and improved cushioning.Mimicking the aesthetic of a retro basketball sneaker,this heritage style is also paired with nostalgic branding,like the ASICS Stripes on the quarter-panels and "ASICS" lettering at the heel.The JAPAN S™ shoe's vintage basketball aesthetic is paired with iconic court-specific details that are inspired by footwear worn on the hardwood by basketball players in the 80s.