Creative Sole: Japanese Sneaker Culture
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| Rating | : | 4.95 (785 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 9881250722 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 280 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-01-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
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 to skaters like Christian Hosoi. 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. This book includes
Her best selling first sneaker book, Kicks Japan looks at the culture of sneakers within a street culture context. She has contributed to publications internationally, and speaks at events on Japanese culture around the world. 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. About the Author Manami Okazaki is a journalist and author who has written 10 books on Japanese culture, and fashion