Customer Reviews Onitsuka Tiger Ultimate 81®

Yeeees awesome sneakers, never heard of the brand or maybe did in the 80s/90s but just forgot. Super lightweight, comfortable, fashionable, fun to wear. Highly recommend.

Overall, these felt hard, cheap, and thin. Zero cushioning. Also itchy and irritating on the top of my foot under the laces. I'd wanted a stylish pair of trainers - and these are certainly pretty - but I expected something that was at least somewhat comfortable. Returned.

I've been a fan of Onitsuka Tigers since my first pair about 15 years ago, but this is the first I've bought since 2014 and from Vietnam, where as my last pair was made in Thailand. I've read plenty of things on here about questionable craftsmanship and/or materials, either related to the country of origin or perhaps for being vegan friendly shoes. I have been wearing them only about a week now but am happy to say they seem just as well put together as my past pairs. Time will tell about durability, but out of the box they look and feel fantastic and the charcoal gray looks better than the pictures show. Fit is true, I'm a 12 in most shoes and a 12 with these. Maybe a tad narrower than other shoes, but that's pretty obvious from the shape and it shouldnt be a surprise if you have had tigers before. Shouldn't be an issue for most people, my feet are normal width and they seem to fit perfectly. Something to note, these are called Ultimate 81's on here, but they arrive labeled as Traxy Trainers. Same shoe, different name based on where they are sold I suppose? Anyway, from everything I can tell they are just like the pair of Ultimate 81's I purchased in 2014 and if you are into Tigers then you won't be disappointed. Also, it seems like the availability of these shoes has decreased since then. Zappos was the only store that had Ultimate 81's in my size, and these still were only like my 4th choice in color/model. Supply chain issues I guess? Hopefully they keep making them, this is the only shoe brand I am sorta interested in collecting.

love them and they ran a little snug

No other sneaker does it like the Onitsuka 81. Faves of all time. Lite, stylish, firm but extremely comfortable. Fully recommend them. So happy to have found my size!!

Love these shoes. My husband had a pair in a different color when I first met him and I have been eyeing. Them ever since. Very comfortable to walk in.

Sizing was accurate. I bought these in two sizes to see which fit and my true size was the one that ended up working best. I've had other Onisuka's that always felt small. Note! These are NOT white shoes. They're a little more creamy, so don't plan to match them with anything stark white, or they'll look off.

these shoes are perfect, please don't discontinue them!

Fit, comfortable, my second pair!

They look nice and that's about as far as it goes. Overall poor value but fine to make an outfit.

This is my second pair of this exact shoe. It is great casual, but I can also wear it to the office as it is mostly black and goes with everything. Support is minimal, but it is minimalist shoe so that is unsurprising.

This is a fun fashion sneaker! I got a half size up and there’s just enough wiggle room to wear a slightly thicker pair of socks if it gets cold. I don’t think they’re comfortable enough to spend all day walking around in them sightseeing, but they’re perfect for running errands and such. They feel lightweight and sleek.

Not the same! These were my favorite shoes for years. Was excited they finally had them back in stock. But they fit totally different and are way cheaper. Very narrow toward the toes and very cheap, light material. Same price, of course. I'm sending back. Very disappointing.

I love this tennis shoe. I wear a women's 9 1/2, I got a men's 8 and rhe fit is perfect. Nice red, white and blue look. Comfy and vegan. Awesome.

I wear a 9.5 ladies and ordered a men's 8. Perfect fit. Love these shoes.

These run a little large. had to size down. I love them though. Very little support. They wear like slippers for outside.

Well, these are Onitsukas so you know they are good. Love the look of the midnight blue with red stripes. Looks great with jeans and shorts! I haven't purchased Tigers in probably 20 years and wow, I'd forgotten how much I love these sneakers.

Looked great, but was at least a half size smaller and quite narrow.

Good quality and fit well

Great color

Love these shoes. I wear them all the time, still holding up great. Super comfortable for a casual shoe. This is my second pair- the first Ultimate 81's I got in Japan- kinda hard to find here, Zappos is frequently out-of-stock in the cool red.

I love these, they are soo comfortable. There’s really no tread, the bottoms are smooth so they are not for outdoor adventures but I wear them anytime other than that; going to town, etc.

I normally wear a size 7.5 in athletic shoes, but the 7.5 was too long, so returned for a size 7 and these fit just right. I have a narrow foot and these shoes fit my narrow foot very well. I am not sure these shoes will be comfortable for avid walkers, but great for everyday wear.

I love the style and support is great.

I found it confusing between the mens sizes & the women's. I got a women’s 7 & they’re fine.