Having kicked off their Spring/Summer 2018 collection with the slip-on Suberou and updated classic Super Knot, now Y-3 debut the next player in their all-new footwear lineup: the Kusari.

A thoroughly modern sneaker in aesthetics, the Kusari hits all the right notes with its well-proportioned lines, technical bootie-fit upper and neoprene accents, while adorning the shoe with artisanal touches like the contrasting rope lace loops, floating leather heel counter and alternating suede and leather overlays to the uppers.

The Kusari also marks the first time the imprint has utilised a custom-tooled Boost sole unit, having previously opted to use existing adidas moulds for their Boost-equipped models. The result is subtly more cohesive with the rest of the shoe, allowing the designers’ vision to shine through uncompromised for something truly unique.

With everything else that’s going on with the silhouette, the designers have wisely opted to keep the branding relatively simple, with the tongue proclaiming the brand in a slightly raised contrasting print. Coming in both muted black & white and the bold seasonal ‘Chilli Pepper’ red colourways, the Kusari is yet another winner from adidas and Yohji Yamamoto.

The Y-3 Kusari sneaker in Black/White & Chilli Pepper will be releasing on Friday 19^th of January.