Onitsuka Tiger by Asics Tai Chi™ SKU: #7165605
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View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)- Tai Ji Quan is famous for it's graceful movements and it's stress relieving effects on the mind and body.
- It was also an important element of the Jeet Kune Do teachings of legendary martial artists.
- A similar philosophy was used in the evolution of the Onitsuka Tiger® to the company known today as ASICS.
- The name, an acronym, derives from the Latin phrase Anima Sana In Corpore Sano which means “A Sound Mind in a Sound Body."
- Leather upper.
- Cushioned footbed offers lasting comfort and support.
- Durable rubber outsole.
- Weight: 8 oz
- Product measurements were taken using size Men's 7, Women's 8.5. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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Onitsuka Tiger by Asics Tai Chi™ Reviews
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2 people found this review helpful
November 21, 2011
Daniel
from Minneapolis
These shoes fit a little big, but they're still great looking. Many compliments. Even though there's no arch support, my feet don't get tired and I can still wear them all day long. I am seriously thinking about getting another pair!
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September 9, 2011
Anonymous
from Oklahoma
I have had these for almost a year, and use them for minimalist running when the weather is too cold to wear my favorite shoes ever--Vibram Five Fingers. Though not designed for running, these Asics are perfect for the minimal running style because they have a very thin flexible sole. It's not the most attractive shoe for running, but as you can imagine, if I'm running in Fiver Fingers a lot of the time, I probably don't care how my feet look. Functionality on these is the draw for me.
Brands I'd also recommend: Vibram
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1 person found this review helpful
December 25, 2011
Mitzi c
from United States
This was a gift for my husband so I cannot first hand review the comfort of the shoe. I can say that the Zappos shopping experience was uneventful -- which is good -- and my hubby seems to love the shoes, which is also good.
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December 15, 2011
Alex W
I'm on my third pair of these, and while I don't wear them every day anymore I definitely did at one point. There so thin that your basically barefoot, so if you're looking for something with support look elsewhere. I did, however, walk the circumference of the Aurelian walls multiple times in these and they were still comfortable 12 miles in!
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November 30, 2011
Lawrence W
from Fort Collins, CO
I have wide feet, but it stretched to fit my feet, due to leather uppers. I do have size 11 shoes and length was perfect fit. I used them for TaiChi practice and exhibition and worked out well. Light and stylish. Have been using them on carpet and indoors only so should last me for years/years. Zappos has best price for these shoes. Was hesitant to get at first, but the return policy made it easier to get and try out.
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About Onitsuka Tiger by Asics
As the Japanese people recovered from the second world war and began to appreciate the benefits of sports, Onitsuka Tiger™ shoes were on their feet. The first basketball shoes in Japan had a tiger face design on the arch of the foot and this became Onitsuka's trademark. In the 1960's, Onitsuka Tiger™ shoes were worn not only by the Japanese, but also by top foreign athletes.
In 2001, ASICS America Corporation quietly resurrected the Onitsuka Tiger™ brand with original models of Onitsuka shoes and Onitsuka clothing updated in today's flavorful colors. Over the past few years, the Onitsuka Tiger™ brand has been enjoying a growing number of new, dedicated shoe followers along with a steady desire for Onitsuka clothing and Onitsuka bags, realized today on Zappos.com. Through sometimes secretive grassroots marketing efforts, ASICS® has been able to spread this word about this authentic comeback for Onitsuka Tiger™.
Now that the secret is out... Onitsuka Tiger™ is a growing and highly sought after brand with its ever-growing lineup of Onitsuka Tiger™ shoes, Onitsuka Tiger™ clothing and Onitsuka Tiger™ bags. There are more Onitsuka Tiger™ mens´s and Onitsuka Tiger™ women´s models just sitting in the ASICS® vault waiting to be re-released. The future is what this retro brand has to look forward to. Because ASICS® knows that there are people out there who don't need to run fast...they just want to look good.
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1 person found this review helpful
November 5, 2011
Daniel W
from Minneapolis
I get compliments every day on these shoes. They are very comfortable and I am thinking of getting another pair.
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1 person found this review helpful
November 1, 2011
Faith R
from Micco, FL
My husband and I have each bought this style. We like it very much. After seeing our shoes, two other people have ordered the same product.
Brands I'd also recommend: Fit flops
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September 20, 2011
Anonymous
from United States
These shoes are quite thin and minimalistic. They are excellent thin sole shoes. I gave found them very comfortable, well fitting and extremely sleek. People notice when I put these on.
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August 27, 2011
Mike B
from Chantilly, VA
These are great shoes for frequent travelers looking for a light non bulky sports shoe that packs well in a small overnighter. They are great for hotel workout rooms. They provide enough stability for free weights, treadmills and ellipticals. I walked several miles when I first got them and found them to be comfortable and adequate. I have been wearing Asics running shoes for years, and these remain true to Asics' out of the box comfort. They are true to size. I would not recommend these for serious running, however. They look great with jeans for street wear. I received several compliments on their looks and questions about the brand. Apparently they are difficult to get. I will buy them in other colors if they become available. I ordered them from Zappos at 4:00 PM and was wearing them the following day which is pretty amazing service from Zappos, and cannot argue about the price! I would give these five stars across the board because they met all of my requirements and expectations.
Brands I'd also recommend: Asics, Onitsuka Tiger
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August 10, 2011
Felix S
from San Francisco
Excellent thin sole shoe. I've found it very comfortable, well fitting and extremely sleek. People notice when I put these on. They're surprisingly comfortable for riding on SPD bike pedals too. Don't think that there's no sole whatsoever. One thing is that the leather is relatively thin, so you will get a big toe bump -- but it looks totally normal.
Brands I'd also recommend: Vibram Five Fingers, Sketchers
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1 person found this review helpful
August 6, 2011
Anonymous
from miami,florida
This is my first Tiger shoe, which is very comfortable and looks nice. It covered all of my expectations well, the delivery service was excellent. They arrived on time as they said. The ordering and shipping went fast and smooth! They are totally recommended. Thank you Zappos.
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July 12, 2011
Anonymous
from Las Vegas, Nevada
These sneakers are great, very light, with a very thin sole. I was looking for replacements for Puma K-Streets and these, while being slightly heavier, definitely fit the bill. I usually take a size 12 but needed to order an 11.5 for these to get a good fit. Zappos, of course, is amazing with their customer service and free, quick shipping. Almost every order comes the next day after placing the order.
Brands I'd also recommend: O'Neill Superfreak Tropical RT Boot
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July 10, 2011
Tim A
from Providence, RI
This shoe is so fancy looking, and there really isn't much to it. I can't believe how light it is.. it's like not wearing a shoe at all. It also attracts alot of attention. I've had people I don't know come up to me to ask about this shoe
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July 10, 2011
Anonymous
from San Francisco, CA
My friend saw me wearing a new pair of Onitsuka Tigers, slightly different from these, and admired their low profile and classic look. I immediately whipped out the Zappos app and suggested we order him a similar pair, because I'd seen these while shopping and thought of him. This sounds so silly, because we were at a bbq together and everyone was asking what we were looking at on my phone, and we had to explain we were shoe shopping for him on Zappos. He loves them, and he's someone who likes a classic boat shoe or Ked for a guy, but something sleeker and more up-to-date is even better!
Brands I'd also recommend: Adidas, Keds, Tretorn
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1 person found this review helpful
June 28, 2011
Miguel
I am completely satisfied with the customer service of Zappos and delivery time. There is no match for them, and the shoes, well, I like them of course. That's why I bought them.
Brands I'd also recommend: lacoste
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June 22, 2011
Angela d
from Columbus Ohio
Awesome immediately! I purchased these right before vacation to San Fran and the redwoods. We did miles of walking around each day, and my feet were only minimally sore; more from the concrete than anything else. Because they have a completely flat sole, ones weight is not thrown off and the body retains its natural posture when walking. I will never get another athletic shoe that has a thick sole. These are wonderful. There is no Arch support, which is wonderful. My own arch can do what it was designed to do, flex.
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May 20, 2011
Jeff R
from Rochester, NY
These are a great minimalist shoe! I use them for CrossFit workouts and I have to say that I like them better than Inov-8s. Great stability, very lightweight, and excellent ground feel. Awesome for lifting.
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