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HIMI and Sou Morita, a new standard of Vans shoes worn by two expressive people.
New Talent, New Standard.

HIMI and Sou Morita, a new standard of Vans shoes worn by two expressive people.

Artist HIMI and actor Sou Morita. In the fiercely competitive world of culture and art, these two young artists shine brighter and brighter every year. They are wearing Vans Premium shoes, a new standard released by Vans. In this interview and photo shoot, we will unravel the charm of these new talents and their new shoes.

  • Photo_Tatsuki Nakata
  • Styling_Atsuo Izumi
  • Hair_Miho Emori
  • Text_Keisuke Kimura
  • Edit_Naoya Tsuneshige

If I got a flat tire, I thought that would be fine.

Do you sometimes wear "Vans" with your everyday styling?

Morita:. Actually, I had never tried it before. I had an image of "Vans" as something that skateboarders would wear, but when I actually tried them on, I realized that they fit my style perfectly. But when I actually tried them on, I realized that they fit my style perfectly. They are cute.

On the other hand, what kind of shoes do you usually wear?

Morita:Sneakers or western boots.

Western boots are an extension of your love of vintage clothing?

Morita:Yes . And then there are loafers.

VANS PREMIUM Slip-on 98 (CHECKERBOARD/COFFEE) ¥11,000

What are your criteria for choosing shoes?

Morita:I guess the number one thing is whether it goes with denim or not. I really wear denim all the time.

This is your first pair of "Vans" in your life, and this model is from the "Vans Premium" line, which has improved comfort.

Morita:So! The cushioning is better than what I had imagined , and the fit is very good. And they are easy to take off and put on. Of course, they would go well with street style, but I think they would also go well with a cute look.

Especially the brown "slip-ons" , I think they would go with a lot of things. The off-white "Authentic" can be worn with summery marine coordinates, or maybe something like a college coordinate. Also, I like bees, and I thought it would go well with bees.

Bees?

Morita:. yes, bees, the insect. I just love bees, like accessories and clothes with bee motifs on them (laughs). I like bees even more when they have a higher resolution. The other day I bought a bee shovel in Korea.

As you mentioned earlier, I don't think I'm going to be confused with anyone else.

Morita:. but we are still short on bees.... . so I want to match the bees to the "Vans" (laughs).

. I can feel your love for bees (laughs). Finally, Morita-san, please tell us how you would like to express yourself in the future.

Morita:I don't have a clear image of what I want to be yet, but I think that will be determined by the works I encounter in the future. . So, for now, I would like to be able to flow with the flow, in a good sense. I also think it is important for a wider range of people to know about my work. On top of that, I love movies, so I would be happy if I could focus on movies. I am not satisfied with my current situation.

I have the impression that you are still very busy, but is there much more to do?

Morita:I want to run out of breath. I still feel lukewarm, so I want to put more pressure on myself. If I get a flat tire from doing so, that would be fine (laughs).

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