Converse Japan releases green tea cup sneakers so you can wear your love for sushi on your feet
All Star Yunomi Hi lets you step into the world of sushi. The world of Japanese sushi is as vast as the ocean, covering specialised tools, tableware, and a whole lot of fishy vocabulary. Now, there’s a way to take a bold step into that world, quite literally, with a new pair of kicks from […]
Converse Japan has introduced a unique footwear line called the All Star Yunomi Hi, designed to allow wearers to express their love for sushi. The sneakers, available in unisex sizes, are inspired by the traditional Japanese green tea cup known as yunomi.
The design features the recently updated All Star silhouette, covered in rows of kanji characters. While the kanji may appear as a stylish Japanese aesthetic to some, they hold a special meaning for sushi enthusiasts. The arrangement of characters, representing various fish names like sardine and mackerel, mirrors the layout seen on yunomi cups traditionally used in sushi restaurants.
Among the fish kanji, viewers may also spot stars, such as 全星, which combines the kanji for "all" and "star." This nod to the Converse "All Star" design pays homage to the brand's iconic sneaker history. By wearing the All Star Yunomi Hi, sneakers enthusiasts can feel like they're wearing a green tea, literally pouring their passion for sushi onto their feet.
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