Onitsuka Tiger by Asics Tai Chi™
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Description
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.
- Measurements:
- Weight: 8 oz
- Product measurements were taken using size Men's 7, Women's 8.5, width Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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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.
Fit Survey:
- 2% Full size too large
- 13% Half size too Large
- 75% True to size
- 9% Half size too small
- 1% Full size too small
- 92% Felt true to width
- 5% Felt narrower than marked
- 3% Felt wider than marked
- 7% Excellent arch support
- 26% Moderate arch support
- 67% No arch support
Customer Reviews
Onitsuka Tiger by Asics Tai Chi™
Average rating is 5 out of 5 from a total of 295 reviews.
Top Positive Review
4 people found this review helpful.
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.
Read more » « Show less November 30, 2011 by Lawrence WTop Critical Review
1 person found this review helpful.
I love the style of these shoes, classy look. But they're really cheaply made. No cushion between the tread and the inside sole. You will feel everything you step on from small rocks and rough paths. No support on your toes. If someone steps or you drop something light, it will hurt! I would not recommend using them to walk all day with! After an hour walking around the mall, I had to buy a Dr. Scholl insert to make it back to my car. Do not buy! Waste of money! I had to throw them away. I feel sorry for the poor fool that buys them!
Read more » « Show less July 21, 2012 by Anonymous- Sort by:
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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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- Lawrence W - customer
- from Fort Collins, CO
- November 30, 2011
I am looking for a shoe to train in for martial arts. Although this shoe is comfortable and made of very soft pliable leather the tread got in the way of pivots that are necessary for my practice.
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- Anonymous - customer
- January 9, 2012
For Tai Chi these shoes rock. Very soft leather, comfortable, and hug well to give just enough stability so you can feel your moves with confidence. Does that make sense? I just can't say enough
I'd also recommend: Brooks
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- Anonymous - customer
- from Scappoose, Oregon
- February 12, 2012
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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- Daniel - customer
- from Minneapolis
- November 21, 2011
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.
I'd also recommend: Vibram
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- Anonymous - customer
- from Oklahoma
- September 9, 2011
