Featuring sneakers born in Kurume! Introducing recommended items from Japan’s proudest shoe brand.

Introducing sneaker brands that originated in Kurume!

Kurume-born sneaker brand (1) “MOONSTAR

Moonstar is one of Kurume’s leading manufacturers. The company advocates “made in Kurume” and uses domestically produced materials. The company makes full use of the technology that only a long-established manufacturer can provide, and produces high-quality shoes.

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Three features that Moonstar sneakers boast Characteristic of Moonstar's sneakers (1) "Durable and unbreakable vulcani...

The “MOONSTAR LOWBASKET” is a standard model that combines comfort and durability.

A pair of Moonstar sneakers made using the vulcanizing method, which is also Moonstar’s specialty. The vulcanizing process, which can only be produced in a few factories in Japan, is characterized by a sole that is supple, soft, strong, and unbreakable. The LOWBASKET is MoonStar’s standard model, and has been worn without changing its shape since its first appearance. Another advantage of the vulcanized manufacturing method is that a neat and beautiful silhouette can be maintained.

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Excellent grip and cushioning for a great fit ” MOONSTAR RALY VUL

A hybrid sneaker that utilizes the characteristics of vulcanization and direct injection, Moonstar’s direct injection sneaker has been in production since 1966 and is known overseas as ” a shoe with a sock sole ” because of its excellent fit and cushioning properties. Rubber is used in various parts of the upper, such as the rubberized fabric and heel counter, and vulcanization gives the shoes a supple feel and beautiful silhouette unique to rubber. The sole, which is molded into the vulcanized upper, conforms to the sole of the foot and gently fits the foot.

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The “MOONSTAR JG MAXIM” is a modern update of the classic sports shoe born in Kurume, Japan.

JG (Jaguar) is MoonStar’s traditional sports shoe series. The history of MoonStar’s sports shoes dates back to 1954, when they started as the Moonstar Sports Series, and the Jaguar Series was created in response to the growing interest in sports after the Tokyo Olympics. The JG MAXIM is based on the Jaguar Maxim, which was created in 1977, and has been redesigned with a new wooden pattern and new materials. The design is based on the Jaguar Maxim, which was created in 1977. The sole is made of a proprietary EVA compound for enhanced cushioning.

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