Asics is a Japanese multinational corporation that produces sportswear headquartered Kobe, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. The name is an acronym for the Latin phrase anima sana in corpore sano. Asics is best known for its sneakers but also produces other footwear such as sandals, as well as clothing and accessories. Basketball tradition meets optimal comfort in the JAPAN S ST sneaker. Based on one of our vintage models from 1981, this version evolves with an iconic design with amplified cushioning properties. The shoe's upper features a synthetic leather structure and several details that help create unique color combinations. The sole platform features underfoot GEL technology. It is designed to offer advanced underfoot comfort for a modern trend. basketball Heritage Meets Elevated Comfort On The Japan S St Sneaker. Based On One Of Our Throwback Offerings From 1981, This Silhouette Evolves An Iconic Design With Amplified Cushioning Properties. this Shoe's Upper Features A Synthetic Leather Construction And Several Accent Details That Help Create Unique Color Blocking Combinations.the Sole's Platform Tooling Is Updated With Gel Technology Underfoot. It's Designed To Help Provide Advanced Underfoot Comfort For Today's Modern Lifestyle.