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Name: Timberland x Kohjiya Waterproof Field BootsColorway: TBCSKU: TBCMSRP: ¥30,800 JPY (approx. $199 USD)Release Date: September 26Where to Buy: TimberlandTimberland has partnered with Japanese artist Kohjiya to release a limited-edition Waterproof Field Boot, available from September 26, 2026, at Timberland Boutique Tokyo and Timberland Shibuya PARCO.Retaining the robust, weather-ready construction that made the Field Boot famous, this premium iteration elevates the standard silhouette through deeply personal, customized detailing. The heel of the boot features intricate engravings that pay homage to the artist’s roots: his signature “KJ” logo, inspired by his personal necklace charm, alongside a dove motif that serves as a symbol of his hometown, Nagasaki. Further cementing the boot’s commemorative nature, the original hangtag is stamped with “TIMELESS,” referencing the title of Kohjiya’s debut full-length album released earlier in April 2026.

Sneaker Politics and Timberland have officially announced their debut collaboration, customizing the iconic 6-Inch Boot through a Southern lens. FThe release introduces two distinct iterations—the “Outlaw” and “Rodeo”—drawing design inspiration from the boutique’s Louisiana roots and regional culture.The “Outlaw” iteration features a black pebbled leather upper paired with a crocodile-style textured collar. Detailed Western stitching is applied across the toe box and side panels, giving the dark colorway a subtle heritage feel.Contrasting the black pair, the “Rodeo” adopts a classic Western palette with a dark brown leather upper. Cow-print material wraps around the heel counter to provide a bold focal point without altering the boot’s timeless silhouette. The project expands on Sneaker Politics’ history of designing collections centered around the scenery, music, and bayou landscapes of the Pelican State.The Sneaker Politics x Timberland “Outlaw” and “Rodeo” 6-Inch Boots will launch on September 24, 2026, in-store and online via Sneaker Politics, followed by a wider release through Timberland on September 25, 2026, for $225 USD each.

Name: DOE x KEEN Jasper ZionicColorway: BlackSKU: TBCMSRP: ￥22,000 JPY (approx. $142 USD)Release Date: September 16Where to Buy: KEENShanghai-based lifestyle shop DOE has partnered with KEEN for a highly conceptual take on the Jasper Zionic sneaker. By focusing on fundamental geometry and basic colors, the design seeks to strip away unnecessary real-world representations to create a new, boundaryless visual order. True to this minimalist ethos, the collaborative sneaker arrives in a completely monochromatic, stealthy “Black” colorway.The sneaker is built on KEEN’s Jasper Zionic platform, a hybrid model designed for both trail and city wear. DOE’s concept of the “supreme black square” informs the design, expressed through geometric embossing and layered textures that emphasize minimalism and structure. The upper features a diamond-patterned finish with tonal overlays, while the sole unit integrates KEEN’s Fast & Light trail chassis for responsive movement.Engineered for seamless transitions between urban environments and terrains, the silhouette fuses the classic, long-selling Jasper upper with KEEN’s performance-driven Zionic sole unit. Built around a “FAST & LIGHT” concept, the hybrid design delivers advanced agility and grip, making it highly capable for quick, unpredictable movements on the trail.