The Atmos x ASICS GEL-Kayano 14 Glows in the Dark!

Atmos Tokyo, renowned for its innovative collaborations, has again partnered with Asics to create another standout sneaker. Known for their bold and unique takes on classic silhouettes, Atmos continues to push the boundaries of sneaker design, and their latest project with Asics does just that with the Gel-Kayano 14.

This new iteration of the iconic model features glow-in-the-dark (GITD) detailing, adding an extra layer of visual intrigue to the design. The glow effect is applied to several key elements of the shoe, including the splatter pattern on the foam sole, the Asics tiger stripes on the midfoot, and the Gel-Kayano 14 branding on the heel. The outsole also glows in the dark, ensuring the sneaker stands out in daylight and after dark. Drawing inspiration from the Yakoutake mushroom native to Japan, the glow-in-the-dark elements are a nod to the natural beauty of the mushroom’s bioluminescent properties.

The shoe features a clean cream and metallic silver color palette across the upper, constructed from a mix of mesh, leather, and TPU for comfort and durability. Grey accents appear on the sock liner, while the heel overlay takes on a brown finish, reminiscent of the soil where the Yakoutake mushroom grows.

The atmos Tokyo x Asics Gel-Kayano 14 GITD will be released on November 14, 2024, and will be available through Atmos Tokyo online and in-store; a global release on ASCIS.com will go down on December 14th.