PROFILE
Born in 1981, he joined Text Trading (now Foot Locker ATMOS Japan) in 2000. Currently, he is the creative director and senior men's director of ATMOS, overseeing the store's operations and buying.
01：adidas Originals GAZELLE 85 atmos
Atmos blue is used as a color insert.
HOUYHNHNM's: First of all, "Gazelle" from "adidas Originals. It was introduced last time, wasn't it?
Kojima: I would like to introduce the "Gazelle 85," a collaboration model with ATMOS, whose silhouette and details are closer to the original. Based on a black leather upper, the shoe is decorated with blue on the shoe tongue and lining.
Adidas Originals "Gazelle 85 Atmos" to be released November 18, 2023. ￥17,600
HOUYHNHNM: Is this blue what you call "atmos blue"?
Kojima: Yes. This is the key color of ATMOS. Also, please pay attention to the stitching on the upper.
HOUYHNHNM: The stitching is also blue. It's very casual.
Kojima: I thought it was a good color addition. And this model is also very particular about the box.
HOUYHNHNM's: It has an old box-like atmosphere.
Kojima: The green label on the bottom of the side and the gold sticker are reproductions of the box from the 1980s, when the original was created.
HOUYHNHNM: It may be rare to find sneakers that are so particular about the box.
Kojima: Fans of yesteryear may be attracted to this model. Incidentally, this model was sold in limited quantities in advance at the adidas Con by Atmos event held on October 14 and 15, and is almost sold out. General sales are scheduled for November 18. If you are interested in this model, please wait a little longer.
