ASICS vs WTAPS: similarities and differences

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ASICS

Japan Founded 1949

Sporty & sportswear · Trends & youth culture · Streetwear

WTAPS

Japan Founded 1996

Streetwear · Outdoor & functional

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

No shared traits are available.

Different traits

Sporty & sportswear
ASICS shows a stronger emphasis
Streetwear
WTAPS shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

ASICS (solid line, circles)
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How to read the chart

Traits farther from the centre are more prominent within each brand. The chart uses the same relative display as the brand profile. Area does not indicate brand quality or absolute differences between brands.

Traits by category

Bar lengths show how prominent each trait is within each brand.

ASICS
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Minimal & basics: ASICS：Relative prominence within the brand

WTAPS：Relative prominence within the brand
Polished & dressy: ASICS：Relative prominence within the brand

WTAPS：Relative prominence within the brand
Luxury & heritage: ASICS：Relative prominence within the brand

WTAPS：Relative prominence within the brand
Avant-garde & designer: ASICS：Relative prominence within the brand

WTAPS：Relative prominence within the brand
Decoration & playfulness: ASICS：Relative prominence within the brand

WTAPS：Relative prominence within the brand
Streetwear: ASICS：Relative prominence within the brand

WTAPS：Relative prominence within the brand
Trends & youth culture: ASICS：Relative prominence within the brand

WTAPS：Relative prominence within the brand
Sporty & sportswear: ASICS：Relative prominence within the brand

WTAPS：Relative prominence within the brand
Outdoor & functional: ASICS：Relative prominence within the brand

WTAPS：Relative prominence within the brand

Basic information

Field	ASICS	WTAPS
Country	Japan	Japan
Founded	1949	1996
Category	Footwear	Clothing
Other categories	Clothing Accessories Lifestyle products Textiles and material technology	Accessories

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Brand profiles

ASICS

Japan Founded 1949

ASICS is a Japanese sports brand founded in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, in 1949 by Kihachiro Onitsuka as its predecessor, Onitsuka Co., Ltd. With a focus on running, it offers footwear, apparel, and sports equipment, and is committed to providi...

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WTAPS

Japan Founded 1996

WTAPS is a Japanese streetwear and menswear brand launched in Tokyo in 1996 by Tetsu Nishiyama (TET). Centered on uniforms derived from military wear and elements of outdoor clothing, it offers apparel and accessories that emphasize detail...

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Brand lines

Collaborations

ASICS

2026-04-18
Cecilie Bahnsen
As the next chapter in its collaboration with ASICS, the brand unveiled the GEL-QUANTUM 360 I. The design connects functionality with a soft form through a slip-on construction, flower-shaped cutouts, and two colorways: soft pink and black.
2026-04-02
VERSACE
Following its announcement in 2025, the Onitsuka Tiger x VERSACE collaboration shoes officially launched on April 2, 2026. The model, based on the TAI-CHI, incorporates elements such as Versace’s Medusa.
2026-02-21
Completedworks
As part of Crafts for Mind, Completedworks will release a limited-edition collaboration reworking the GEL-KAYANO 20 on February 21, 2026. It redefines footwear from a jewelry-inspired perspective.
2026-02-21
Kiko Kostadinov
As a new release in the ongoing collaboration with Kiko Kostadinov, the ILARGI FF Tabi-type model was reported on February 21, 2026. It presents footwear as the latest chapter in a long-term partnership.
2026-01-12
Kith
Kith for ASICS Loyalty Exclusive Collection was announced on January 9, 2026, and released on January 12. In addition to apparel and footwear, it included headwear from New Era.
2026-01-05
ISSEY MIYAKE
ISSEY MIYAKE FOOT, jointly developed by MIYAKE DESIGN STUDIO and ASICS. Functional footwear that reinterprets HYPER TAPING. The first model was released commercially in 2026.

ASICS collaborations

WTAPS

2026-02-20
New Balance
WTAPS × New Balance “U1300WT / Made in USA 1300.” It is safest to treat the 2/20 date notation and the 3/6 announcement in Japan as region-specific information.
2026
Alpha Industries
A collaboration featured for SS26, combining Alpha’s classic MA-1 with WTAPS’ characteristic interpretation of military and workwear, a color palette centered on olive and black, and brand patches.
2025-11-21
VANS
A collaboration between OTW by Vans, OAMC, and WTAPS. The Sk8-Hi GL Lug and Seylynn Lug were released in three colorways, balancing functionality and craftsmanship.
2025-08-02
UNDERCOVER
In August 2025, a collaboration inspired by the film Seven Samurai was presented as part of a new chapter of “ONE ON ONE”.
2025-04-25
GRILLZ JEWELZ
A collaboration with GRILLZ JEWELZ for WTAPS25SS. The release includes VINNY necklaces and bracelets, and PROVE college rings. 10K and motif designs are among its features.
2025-02-07
sacai
The second collaboration with WTAPS took place in February 2025. In addition to five styles each for men and women, the lineup also included unisex items.

WTAPS collaborations

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