ASICS has been developing sports shoes and apparel for more than 60 years now. In this time innovation has been the key to our introduction of design philosophies that have revolutionised the world of sports. At our research and development centre in Kobe, Japan, we work in close collaboration with male and female athletes. Through our scientific approach we have managed to create some highly innovative sports product solutions. Technologies such as our core GEL cushioning system and the evolutionary Impact Guidance System (I.G.S.) and Biomorphic have helped to create some of the most comfortable and performance-enhancing shoes and apparel on the market, for athletes and active consumers alike.

Philosophy

This innovative approach, based on scientific research and collaboration with athletes, has been central to our key objective:

Producing innovative sports products solutions and technologies to help athletes and active consumers achieve their goals.

Our company name, an acronym for the Latin phrase “Anima Sana In Corpore Sano”, meaning “Sound Mind In A Sound Body”, has shaped our destiny. It is the echo of our consistency, our innovation, our commitment to quality and our originality.

Learn more

Read about our founder, Mr. Onitsuka and the company's history, or enjoy this animated historical timeline of important ASICS dates.