The TGWO x ASICS GEL-LYTE V 'Koyo' is inspired by the colors of Japanese autumn leaves. Koyo is to Japanese autumn what cherry blossoms (Sakura) are to spring. Viewing the autumn leaves (Momijigari) has been a popular activity in Japan for centuries.
The Koyo season begins in mid-September on the northern island of Hokkaido and then moves southward. Famous Koyo spots include Tohoku, Tokyo, and Kyoto. Some trees around Tokyo and Kyoto remain colorful until early December.
The Koyo design features three shades of dark red, representing the many red hues of the autumn leaves. Another color is bright yellow, inspired by the yellow edges seen on fallen leaves.
The red upper is made of premium nubuck leather. The heel features a structured leather panel with a texture reminiscent of a leaf.
The sockliner has a soft, all-over leaf print.
It comes with 3 pairs of extra laces.
The TGWO x ASICS GEL-LYTE V 'Koyo' will be sold in special packaging available exclusively at TGWO in Cologne, Germany.
The inspiration for the TGWO x ASICS GEL-LYTE V 'Koyo' comes from the autumnal colors of the leaves in Japan. Koyo is to Japanese autumn what sakura (cherry blossoms) is to spring.
Leaf-peeping (Momijigari) has been a popular leisure activity for Japanese people for decades. The Koyo season begins in mid-September on the northern island of Hokkaido and then moves southward.
Popular Koyo destinations include Tohoku, Tokyo, and Kyoto. Some trees in Tokyo and Kyoto remain colorful until early December.
The Koyo design features three different shades of red, representing the many hues of red found in autumn leaves. Another color is yellow, which can be seen along the edges of fallen leaves.
The upper is crafted from high-quality nubuck leather. The heel features leather textured to resemble a leaf. The inner sock features an all-over leaf print. The shoe comes with three extra pairs of laces.
The TGWO x ASICS GEL-LYTE V 'Koyo' will be sold on October 18 in a limited edition with special packaging exclusively at TGWO in Cologne. A week later, the global release will follow in select sneaker stores.
