This ASICS GEL-Mai Celebrates Founder Onitsuka's 100th Birthday
Regarded as a footwear pioneer, founder Kihachiro Onitsuka would’ve celebrated his 100th birthday this month. In his honour, the brand is releasing a limited edition sunflower-inspired collection, which includes a vibrant .
Doused in bright yellow, the commemorative GEL-Mai is designed to represent Onitsuka’s upbeat personality and his love for Vincent van Gogh’s artwork.
‘Much like sunflowers, he always headed toward the light and this was reflected in his personality and management style,’ says Motoi Oyama, ASICS CEO.