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Onitsuka Tiger by Asics Ultimate 81®

5 2,458 Reviews
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  • *Vegan styles available in the following colors while supplies last:
    Exclusive! Grey/Black,
    Exclusive! White/Green,
    Exclusive! Black/Glacier Grey,
    Midnight Blue/White,
    Light Grey/Orange,
    Red/Cloud,
    Castle Rock/Yellow,
    Khaki/White,
    Burgundy/White,
    Navy/Lime,
    Cocoa/White/Orange,
    Red/Lemon Yellow,
    White/Jet Black,
    Indian Yellow/Gold
    Blue/Silver

  • Long considered to be the absolute in technical running during the '80s, the Ultimate 81® from Onitsuka Tiger® by ASICS® makes a strong comeback with modern styling that's sure to please old and young alike!
  • Features a lightweight and durable sneaker that's great for any casual setting.
  • Choose from a colorful selection of *vegan, suede, mesh, or man-made fabric uppers for a style all your own.
  • Lightly-padded collar and tongue for comfort, fit and feel.
  • Textile lining with cushioned footbed.
  • Two-tone EVA midsole provides cushioning and support.
  • Rubber outsole for great traction.
  • Measurements:
    • Weight: 11 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size Men's 9, Women's 10.5, width Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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The history of Onitsuka Tiger™ shoes began with the establishment of Onitsuka Co. Ltd. in 1949. Based on the philosophy of bringing up sound youth through sports, the company has maintained the tradition of specializing in the manufacturing of sports shoes and clothing using original ideas and applying epoch-making techniques.

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 Tigerclothing and Onitsuka Tigerbags. 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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Fit Survey:

82% Felt true to size
  • 1% Full size too large
  • 10% Half size too Large
  • 82% True to size
  • 6% Half size too small
  • 1% Full size too small
91% Felt true to width
  • 91% Felt true to width
  • 6% Felt narrower than marked
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67% Moderate arch support
  • 21% Excellent arch support
  • 67% Moderate arch support
  • 12% No arch support

Customer Reviews

Onitsuka Tiger by Asics Ultimate 81®

Average rating is 5 out of 5 from a total of 2,458 reviews.

Top Positive Review

14 people found this review helpful.

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Bought this shoes for my son. This is the only brand he will wear. We purchase him a new pair every year for his birthday. They last him all year....he wears them every day. His birthday is about the only time we can get him to travel home to visit...we think it is the shoes.

Read more » « Show less December 24, 2011 by Anonymous
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Top Critical Review

2 people found this review helpful.

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These look really awesome. However, I found out after a few times of wearing them the left shoe is crushing the back of my ankle. They fit fine, it is just the angle that the back of the shoe has is putting pressure on my tendon making it painful to walk/run or wear for days, so I stopped wearing them. Since I ran outside in the mud I figured Zappos wouldn't take them back.

Read more » « Show less March 28, 2012 by Becky M
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14 people found this review helpful
Overall: Rated:5 stars! Comfort: Rated:5 stars! Style: Rated:5 stars!
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Bought this shoes for my son. This is the only brand he will wear. We purchase him a new pair every year for his birthday. They last him all year....he wears them every day. His birthday is about the only time we can get him to travel home to visit...we think it is the shoes.

I'd also recommend: none

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  • Anonymous - customer
  • December 24, 2011
13 people found this review helpful
Overall: Rated:5 stars! Comfort: Rated:5 stars! Style: Rated:5 stars!
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These shoes were everything I thought they were going to be and I will definitely order more in the future! Just two things to note before you buy: 1) The back of the shoe does go up rather high, so don't wear low cut socks if you want to prevent irritation and 2) the shoes actually appear to be black unless they are in clear light.

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  • Dan P - customer
  • from New Jersey
  • December 5, 2011
11 people found this review helpful
Overall: Rated:5 stars! Comfort: Rated:5 stars! Style: Rated:5 stars!
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I have been a tiger wearer for nine years and I have never been disappointed with a pair yet. They are comfortable, breathable, and never make my feet hurt and I'm on them twelve hours a day. I highly recommend these shoes.

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  • Carmen M - customer
  • from Arlington, Washington
  • October 29, 2011
10 people found this review helpful
Overall: Rated:5 stars! Comfort: Rated:5 stars! Style: Rated:5 stars!
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These feel good for me when I add my orthotics as I have extremely flat feet these look and wear even better.

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  • Mr.Cheetodust - customer
  • from Anywhere there is internet
  • January 1, 2012
8 people found this review helpful
Overall: Rated:5 stars! Comfort: Rated:5 stars! Style: Rated:5 stars!
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Great looking shoe. Love the style. Only thing I noticed is certain colorways that use different materials will impact the size. I would pay attention to what is used in the heel area or the toe box (mesh, synthetic leather, etc). The ones with mesh in the inner heel part and mesh in the toe box will fit true to size. On the other hand, the ones with synthetic material in the heel I had to go up half a size. Other than that, awesome casual shoe to wear with jeans or khakis.

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Moderate arch support

  • Danny W - customer
  • March 18, 2012
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