Step into the Past with Panther: Iconic 1970s Sneakers Reissued with a Modern Twist

The long-awaited reissue of two classic models of “panther,” a sports shoe brand that dominated the 1970s, will go on sale on April 30 (Sat.). The appeal of the new models is that they are “made in Jpan” by craftsmen at the Fukushima factory, while following a retro-classic design.

What is the reviving sneaker brand “Panther”?

The “design” is full of agility with the image of a “panther (black panther)” as the name implies, and the nimble form has made it a popular training shoe in the 70’s. In the 70’s, it was used by many top athletes as a synonym for training shoes and took the world by storm. Later, the shoes gained popularity for their comfort and “functionality,” and were adopted as “designated school shoes” throughout the country in the 1970s, receiving a great deal of media coverage.

It is also known that the product group such as “PANTHER S (Panther S)” that was born under the concept of “light and steamy” based on the “functionality” of “Tabi Shoes” has been sent out to the market.

The long-awaited reissue of two classic Panther models

It is considered a masterpiece in the history of “panther”, and “PANTHER GT DELUXE (PANTHER GT TE)” was released as training shoes in 1977. PANTHER GT DELUXE” and “PANTHER DELA” are long-awaited reissues.

This work reproduces the universal details of the original model while The upper is designed with a classic, yet practical “cushioning” feel. The upper is made of “nylon” and dyed “suede” that emit a classic atmosphere. The insole is made of ORTHOLITE footbed, which excels in “comfort,” “breathability,” and “odor resistance. The reissued model features a “retro-classic design” with improved “functionality demanded by city dwellers.

The shoes are “made in Japan” at a production site in Fukushima, Japan. The new value is created by the craftsmanship that Japan is proud of.

PANTHER GT DELUXE

Color: Navy/White (S241000451) Gray/White (S241000400)
Price: ¥15,000 (+ tax)

PANTHER DERA

Color: Navy/White (S241000351), White/White (S241000300), Blue/White (S241000356), Red/White (S241000331)
Price: ¥13,000(+ tax)

Release date: April 30, 2016 (Sat)
Contact: Sekai Chou Union 0120-419-265 / WISM Shibuya 03-6418-5034 / mita sneakers 03-3832-8346