Vans Vault "AKAT" by Taka Hayashi

First seen via catalog images back in January, the Vans Vault “AKAT” sneaker by the self-taught

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First seen via catalog images back in January, the Vans Vault “AKAT” sneaker by the self-taught artist, Taka Hayashi, is finally available. Two colorways are currently available (brown & bitter chocolate) with more along the way. Retailing at $130, you can grab yours now at Bows and Arrows.

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