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“Japanese brand Sacai keeps the momentum going via a collaboration with footwear specialists Vans for the upcoming Fall/Winter 2014 season. Decked out in only the most premium materials, the sneakers come in two tonal colorways in a laceless getup with fur lining. Look out for them when they drop July 19 at Dover Street Market Ginza.”

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Vans Japan has teamed up with Japanese brand Mr. Gentleman to produce these wild Authentics.  There’s not much info out there on these, but one thing we know here at Under The Palms is our Vans, and right off the bat, these didn’t look like our typical Vans shoe, which means it must be the Japan editions, lol!  Upon further inspection, we noticed that the shape was slightly rounder, and the Vans logo on the footbed had the familiar look that most of them have.  The next giveaway was the box, which has a different construction, with a thicker lid.  Anyways, back to the shoes.  They’re loud.  There’s flowers on the footbed which nobody will see, so basically you’re just wearing a pinstriped Vans Authentic.  But I guess they’ve figured out a way to make them more colorful, and that’s by including 5 different colored pairs of laces for you to swap out.  Great work here Mr. Gentleman.  Great work indeed.  -___-

Buy them here for 15,120 Yen or $150 USD

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“Skate/bike consortium T19 teams with BEAUTY & YOUTH to curate a strong capsule collection consisting of a cruiser skateboard, a 24-inch BMX bike by HOW I ROLL as well as tops and sneakers made in conjunction with perennial skate brand Vans. Featuring T19’s preferred royal blue colorway and Vans signature checkered print, each piece was made to complement the rest for a uniform-like aesthetic. The full collection will be available at BEAUTY & YOUTH with prices ranging from ¥5,300 to ¥92,000 JPY (approximately $52 to $899 USD).”

Japan exclusive!

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“Stalwarts of the (almost) shoreline on North 3rd Street in Williamsburg, Pilgrim Surf + Supply is not only a premier destination for surfing goods, but also an array of great contemporary brands. For Spring/Summer 2014, the retailer has selected its personal favorite goods, giving them a casual, wearable treatment as only a surf shop can. Pilgrim teamed up with Vans Japan and Beams Japan to produce a limited Vans Authentic sneaker for the impending warm season.”

These Authentics feature an entire canvas construction, done up in the vintage Van Doren style, complete with custom footbeds with leather heel pads.  These are a Japan exclusive!

pic via Pilgrim Surf’s Instagram

We finally get a better look at the recently released Pendleton x Vans Japan collaboration.  Created exclusively for the Japan market, these were sold at ABC Mart and Beams, and perhaps a few other spots?  Not sure.  Not ever sure, lol.  They utilized the Pendleton Canyonlands blanket for the entire collection, which has a lot of tan, brown, orange, black, and red colors in the Native-American inspired pattern.  Check out pics of the Era, Sk8-Hi, and Slip-On after the jump, and if your Vans shoe taste is for a near counterfeit shaped shoe, but genuinely official, then pick up any Vans Japan release like these, as you will surely get that!  Just sayin’.

info via HypeKanye

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Vans Japan has teamed up with Pendleton to create this great collection right here.  All three feature an all-over Pendleton wool upper with signature design. Brown suede and leather details stand in contrast and underline the premium nature of the small footwear collection.  Look out for a release at Japan’s ABC-Mart soon.

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“Los Angeles-based brand Band of Outsiders is the latest to collaborate with Vans on the footwear giant’s classic Authentic silhouette. Never one to skimp on details, Band of Outsiders douse the sneakers’ eyelets in red and blue, while a grey wool upper and white laces provide contrast. Both the insole and outsole receive a bold color treatment, too, for a pair of sneakers that are sure to turn a few heads.

Look for the sneakers to release on Saturday, November 23 at Band of Outsiders Tokyo.”

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“Initially previewed way back in May, Japanese label Deluxe has unveiled the entirety of its 10-year anniversary collection alongside Vans. Featuring the iconic Era, the release includes black and navy editions of the timeless low-top, each lined in leather and sporting hairy suede uppers alongside contrasting white accents, a brown leather heel application, and texturized foxing. Retailing for ¥13,650 JPY (approximately $140 USD) each, the duo is now available at select Deluxe stockists.”

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Words via Hypebeast:

“While the chukka boot silhouette was created in the ’70s for polo players, Vans has since adapted the model to fit the skateboarding audience. For its latest collaboration, the heritage skateboarding imprint has teamed up with Japanese streetwear purveyors XLARGE on this “Duck Camo” rendition of the Chukka. Here, duck camo suede overhauls the majority of the shoe’s upper, with yellow hits at the heel, tag and eyelets. Finished with a yellow rubber sole for comfort and cushioning, the “Duck Camo” is a bold offering and a great look for the cooler months ahead.”

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“Japanese store Beauty & Youth by United Arrows reached out to Harris Tweed to update two of Vans‘ most popular sneaker silhouettes, as part of their recent collaboration with the California sneaker brand. The Vans Authentic and Slip-On come decked out completely in the famous Scottish handwoven wool fabric, blending different patterns such as plaid and houndstooth. The result is a refined yet casual footwear option for the upcoming fall/winter season. Both sneakers are now available from ZOZO.”

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