At LAWFORD CLOTHING, we occasionally introduce and sell carefully selected goods and
accessories from Japan and overseas.
This time, we are introducing the “Deck,” produced by “ASAHI SHOES,” a brand that continues to refine the vulcanization process,
a major step in sneaker production that is rare in Japan.
Based on classic US deck shoes,
these deck shoes feature a last that retains the beautiful shape of the original,
along with a wavy-grooved outsole that provides excellent grip on wet surfaces,
making them a true classic. The upper is made from 12 oz canvas and
is sewn without adhesives, making it comfortable against the skin and providing a sock-like fit that wraps securely around the foot.
ABOUT ASAHI SHOES
Founded in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture, in 1892, this shoe factory has supported shoe culture for over 120 years.
It uses the “vulcanized method,” a major process in sneaker production that is rare in Japan.
The vulcanized method involves molding the upper and sole with raw rubber before they have hardened, then placing them in a special oven and applying high heat and pressure. This vulcanization process transforms the raw rubber into elastic rubber,
firmly bonding the upper and sole together. This method dramatically reduces sole separation and makes the shoes easier to maintain.
MATERIAL
Upper: Canvas (100% cotton)
Sole: Rubber
CAUTION
・Out-of-stock sizes and women’s sizes are also available for order.
Please contact us.
・Color may fade.
・Approximately 0.5 cm larger than standard sizes.