Aside from Footlocker, GOAT, or StockX~ one of the most underrated sites where you can shop cheaper and authentic sneakers is Rakuten Japan! With an all-time drop in Japanese FOREX Rate, shop exclusive styles from your favorite brands like Nike, Adidas, ASICS, Mizuno, Puma, and more at Rakuten Japan!
New Balance 327
With an angular reworking of the tried-and-true wedge silhouette, outsize, asymmetrically applied ‘N’ branding, and wraparound, trail-inspired lug outsole, the 327 provides nothing less than a complete re-imagination of our running heritage that started in the 70s.
Rakuten Japan Price: AUD115(JPY 10,781)
Nike Revolution 5
With its fifth iteration, the Nike Revolution is an affordable shoe for neutral runners who don’t want to spend a lot of money. Whether it’s for a morning jog or a shoe to take to the gym, this Nike Revolution will do just the trick!
Rakuten Japan Price: AUD58 (JPY 5,489)
Adidas Yung 96 Chasm
Daring and unabashedly eccentric, Yung-96 captures the rebellious spirit of the 1990s. This seasonal version features wavy overlays that mirror the ’96 Yung Chasm, an archival running shoe.
Rakuten Japan Price: AUD209(JPY 19,600)
Nike Men’s Oneonta Sandals
Through trails and rivers and trees, these lightweight, durable sandals are ready to make adventuring fun, with special thanks to their rugged tread. The Oneonta name honors the majestic falls that flow near the Columbia River in Oregon (Nike’s home state). Strap in with the plush webbing system, quickly personalize your fit with the elastic cord, and cinch on the heel, then get wilding.
Rakuten Japan Price: AUD53 (JPY 4,980)