Mizuno will release the second installment of the "WAVE PROPHECY SORAYAMA" series, designed by Hajime Sorayama, a world-renowned Japanese artist, on September 4th at 2G TOKYO, 2G OSAKA, DOVER STREET MARKET GINZA, KITH TOKYO, GR8, MIZUNO TOKYO, and MIZUNO OSAKA CHAYAMACHI (some stores will be selling the series in advance).
■Mizuno Sports Style "WAVE PROPHECY SORAYAMA" special site
https://www.mizuno.jp/mizuno1906/journal/journal_collection/092.aspx
The "WAVE PROPHECY" series is Mizuno's flagship shoe packed with innovative technology, and Mizuno's structural design has been artistically elevated with the unique approach of Hajime Sorayama. This second release retains the metallic texture while featuring a black base that easily coordinates with formal styles. Hajime Sorayama, known for his astonishing photographic ability and his pursuit of the beauty of the human body and machines, has earned him a legendary reputation both in Japan and overseas. He has developed an avant-garde approach to hyperrealism using airbrushing, and his "Sexy Robot" series, which he has been producing since 1978, has particularly garnered attention worldwide. The newly released "WAVE PROPHECY SORAYAMA" brings together Mizuno's structural technology and has updated the uniquely evolved "INFINITY WAVE" sole unit under the supervision of Hajime Sorayama. Compared to the previous "INFINITY WAVE," the sole structure is more flexible and lighter. The outsole, designed to resemble a floating sneaker, features a large cavity, and the midsole incorporates translucent elements.
The futuristic, translucent upper is made of transparent resin and features a black Lambskin logo. The heel features metallic black parts, and the inside of the sole features the "SORAYAMA" logo as proof of the design by Hajime Sorayama.
The main visuals and video for this work were also produced by "TOKI / (Toki)" and others, and are a work that matches the image of this work.
■Product name: WAVE PROPHECY SORAYAMA
■Color: BLACK
■Size: 23.0cm - 29.0cm (※Available sizes may vary by store.)
■Price: 35,000 yen + tax
■Release date: Saturday, September 4th, with pre-sales at 2G TOKYO and 2G OSAKA on Saturday, August 28th
■Stores where the product will be sold in Japan
2G TOKYO
2G OSAKA
DOVER STREET MARKET GINZA
KITH TOKYO
GR8
MIZUNO TOKYO
MIZUNO OSAKA CHAYAMACHI
[Hajime Sorayama]
Sorayama's artwork transcends the concept of fine art, spreading worldwide and influencing everything from the fashion industry to subculture and underground scenes. Sony's "AIBO," for which Sorayama created the concept design, is included in the permanent collections of MoMA (NYC) and the Smithsonian Institution (Washington, D.C.), and is archived at the Library of Congress. His acrylic paintings, which combine hand painting and airbrushing, have been exhibited worldwide in exhibitions such as "The Universe and Art" (Mori Art Museum, Tokyo, 2016; Art Science Museum, Singapore, 2017), "Cool Japan" (Tropenmuseum, Amsterdam, 2018), and "Tokyo Pop Underground" (Jeffery Deitch, NY/LA, 2019-2020).
https://youtu.be/LjYlt_yteFs
(Customer Inquiries) Mizuno Customer Service Center TEL: 0120-320-799
Click here for company press release details
■Mizuno Sports Style "WAVE PROPHECY SORAYAMA" special site
https://www.mizuno.jp/mizuno1906/journal/journal_collection/092.aspx
The "WAVE PROPHECY" series is Mizuno's flagship shoe packed with innovative technology, and Mizuno's structural design has been artistically elevated with the unique approach of Hajime Sorayama. This second release retains the metallic texture while featuring a black base that easily coordinates with formal styles. Hajime Sorayama, known for his astonishing photographic ability and his pursuit of the beauty of the human body and machines, has earned him a legendary reputation both in Japan and overseas. He has developed an avant-garde approach to hyperrealism using airbrushing, and his "Sexy Robot" series, which he has been producing since 1978, has particularly garnered attention worldwide. The newly released "WAVE PROPHECY SORAYAMA" brings together Mizuno's structural technology and has updated the uniquely evolved "INFINITY WAVE" sole unit under the supervision of Hajime Sorayama. Compared to the previous "INFINITY WAVE," the sole structure is more flexible and lighter. The outsole, designed to resemble a floating sneaker, features a large cavity, and the midsole incorporates translucent elements.
The futuristic, translucent upper is made of transparent resin and features a black Lambskin logo. The heel features metallic black parts, and the inside of the sole features the "SORAYAMA" logo as proof of the design by Hajime Sorayama.
The main visuals and video for this work were also produced by "TOKI / (Toki)" and others, and are a work that matches the image of this work.
■Product name: WAVE PROPHECY SORAYAMA
■Color: BLACK
■Size: 23.0cm - 29.0cm (※Available sizes may vary by store.)
■Price: 35,000 yen + tax
■Release date: Saturday, September 4th, with pre-sales at 2G TOKYO and 2G OSAKA on Saturday, August 28th
■Stores where the product will be sold in Japan
2G TOKYO
2G OSAKA
DOVER STREET MARKET GINZA
KITH TOKYO
GR8
MIZUNO TOKYO
MIZUNO OSAKA CHAYAMACHI
[Hajime Sorayama]
Sorayama's artwork transcends the concept of fine art, spreading worldwide and influencing everything from the fashion industry to subculture and underground scenes. Sony's "AIBO," for which Sorayama created the concept design, is included in the permanent collections of MoMA (NYC) and the Smithsonian Institution (Washington, D.C.), and is archived at the Library of Congress. His acrylic paintings, which combine hand painting and airbrushing, have been exhibited worldwide in exhibitions such as "The Universe and Art" (Mori Art Museum, Tokyo, 2016; Art Science Museum, Singapore, 2017), "Cool Japan" (Tropenmuseum, Amsterdam, 2018), and "Tokyo Pop Underground" (Jeffery Deitch, NY/LA, 2019-2020).
https://youtu.be/LjYlt_yteFs
(Customer Inquiries) Mizuno Customer Service Center TEL: 0120-320-799
Click here for company press release details
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