The Japan S shoes are based on one of the throwback offerings from 1981. This updated version features a low-top silhouette with a court-inspired toe box and throwback colors. Updated with a modified cupsole, this shoe provides comfortable cushioning underfoot. The aesthetic of a traditional basketball sneaker is complemented by nostalgic trademarks such as the Asics stripes on the side panels and the Asics logo on the heel. The vintage basketball aesthetic of the Japan S shoe is also paired with iconic, sport-specific details inspired by shoes worn by basketball players in the 1980s.