The worlds of anime and footwear have always orbited around each other, and their trajectory will once again converge. Following prior engagements with Crocs and ASICS, Naruto, the legacy franchise, now turns its gaze toward Nike Inc., embarking on a maiden voyage with the quintessential American brand.

Nike Inc.’s prior engagements with the IP materialized in Zion Williamson’s signature models—the Zion 1, Zion 2, and an Air Jordan 37 PE. Yet, this collaboration marks a significant first: Converse’s inaugural foray into the realm of the Ninkai.

About the Naruto x Converse Chuck Taylor Pack

The Naruto x Converse Chuck Taylor Pack presents three Chuck Taylor colorways, each inspired by the visual identities of key characters: the eponymous Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke, and Gaara. Beyond the carefully curated color palettes, the lateral collar of each shoe features an emblematic patch:

Sasuke’s bearing his tomoe, Naruto’s displaying the Six Paths Sage Mode seal, and Gaara’s adorned with the kanji for love, a mark on his brow.

Further considered details include a three-dimensional metallic star logo that graces the medial Converse All-Star patch, while a weathered Converse All-Star license plate adorns the heel. Character-specific nuances further distinguish each design:

Sasuke’s incorporates his signature purple rope detailing within the lacing system, while the symbol emblazoned on Gaara’s gourd is on the sole unit of his respective colorway.

Release Details

The Naruto x Converse Chuck Taylor Collection will be released on 15 April through Feature, with a wider release via Converse and other global retailers purportedly set for 22 May. However, some Converse sites in Asia already have the pairs available.

The pairs will be released in men’s and grade school sizing, with retail prices at US$80 and US$60, respectively. Stay tuned for more updates in the coming weeks!

In the meantime, check out the adidas Taekwondo Lace “Punk Ballet” Pack. You can also head to the SNKRDUNK App via the banner below and browse the latest and greatest in sneakers, streetwear, and TCG.

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