As part of UNDFTD’s Japan Masters Series, UNDFTD has conducted interviews with defining members of Japan’s street culture landscape. With the first interview including WTAPS and Philosophy Zine editor Tetsu Nishiyama, the latest installment includes former pro skater and Mad Hectic founder Yoppi contributing his thoughts and history. The topics range from Yoppi’s involvement as a pro skater in Japan to his progression into fashion and the changing landscape towards fixed gear bikes in Japan. Check the interview out in UNDFTD’s Real Talk section.
Yesterday we were presented with a new collaboration between Sophnet. and Visvim which consisted of a metallic gold and metallic silver Kiefer Hi. Today we take a look at a third pair of Kiefer Hi’s from the same collaboration. This newest pair features a more “regular” colorway as opposed to the ones we’ve seen before. It features a side zipper as well as a side patch. Easy to wear and never out of style, these Sophnet. x Visvim Kiefer Hi will sell for 29,400 Yen.
Source: Four Star via High Snobiety
Porter has long been providers of accessories and cases covering a diverse number of needs. Japanese brand Cycle:CLS designed a Mobile Terminal Case allowing users to protect their electronics and safe guard cards. A clip is also seen on the back. Available now at hnyee.Store.
According to global trend setter Hiroshi Fujiwara, there will be a new collaboration between Head Porter Plus line and Burton called “Excursion”. Currently there isn’t any news on this exciting other than the fact that it will be released in mid-February.
Source: Hiroshi Fujiwara
Laser markings adorn a fair share of sneakers seen on the market these days. The Laser Etch collection from Etnies Plus has combined top quality materials with the use of a laser pattern to create a flowing design. The designs can be seen over some of Etnies Plus’ most popular models as part of the 2008 Spring/Summer collection. Check your local Etnies Plus dealer for these upcoming releases.
Nike has just released a pack of womens sneakers featuring Court Force Highs and Blazer Lows. Each sneaker in its brown and pink colorway also includes a spotted animal fur upper similar to Disney classic spotted deer, Bambi. Available now at Sneakology.
Since 1979, San Francisco’s Shoebiz has been a sneaker option for many. Puma recently collaborated with Shoebiz’s second store Shoebiz II, also known as Dino Shop in reference to their dino mascot. The California model, themed after San Francisco’s public transportation Muni also includes references to the store such as a dino tongue tag and ‘79 on the heel (Shoebiz first opened it’s doors on Haight St. in 1979). Look for these to release next month.
With an attention to detail unparalleled, Japanese brand Nexus VII has released some new items as part of their latest collection of apparel. The pieces include a collaboration with associate brand Original Fake on a cable knit sweater, a doll and a Gore-Tex jacket in white. Available at select Original Fake dealers such as Sold Out.
Japanese brand Kiks Tyo teamed up with turntable specialists Technics to create design effectively combining each brands respective passions. The Air Force 1 turntable mashup is available in two different colors.
Source: mashKulture
Step into the world of Benny Gold as Weekly Drop airs its first episode to ring in the New Year. The interview covers everything from the Japanese love of fixed gears and Benny Gold’s designs with Huf over the years. Definitely check it out, as Benny Gold has designed arguably some of the most popular pieces within the last few years. A direct link to their mp3 can be seen here.
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