# Updated Water-Resistant Shoes Converse Japan Unveiled the Freshly Reworked 'Addict' Collection By Amy Duong | Published 2018-04-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/addict-collection References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/converse-japan-gore-tex-chuck-taylor-release-date-price) & [converse.co.jp](http://converse.co.jp/shop/) [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-x-converse-japan-all-stars) Japan introduced its new Addict collection of sneakers with a construction for maximum utility. The footwear capsule is comprised of both high- and low-cut iterations in preparation for spring. The pieces are reworked versions of classic Converse silhouettes, reconstructed with functional fabric materials and foundations. Converse Japan updated the signature [Chuck Taylor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-1) All-Star sneakers with GORE-TEX to deliver water-resisting functions. Additionally, [Vibram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-mte-crosspath-xc-gtx-sneaker) tooling systems are also incorporated in order to deliver high functioning grip and traction. The Addict collection is exclusive to Japan only and is available in a range of colorways including blue, green, black, white and peach. The new range of high-performance sneakers will be launching on two separate dates -- the multi-color and white colorways dropped April 10th, and the black colorway in the low-cut version will be launching May 10th. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Water-resistant Footwear:** Opportunity to create innovative water-resistant shoes using functional fabric materials and foundations. - **High-functioning Grip:** Opportunity to develop sneakers with advanced grip and traction using Vibram tooling systems. - **Exclusive Limited Editions:** Opportunity to create exclusive and limited edition sneaker collections for specific markets, like the Addict collection exclusive to Japan. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Opportunity for footwear companies to incorporate water-resisting functions and advanced grip technologies in their products. - **Outdoor Gear:** Opportunity for outdoor gear manufacturers to adopt functional fabric materials and develop high-performance shoes for outdoor activities. - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for fashion retailers to create exclusive limited edition collections to cater to niche markets and increase customer demand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Weatherized Breathable High-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-1.md) - [Breathable Waterproof High Tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-star-ox.md) - [Deconstructed Canvas Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adererror.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [Weather-Proof Sport-Style Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mizuno-3.md) - [Reinterpreted Sustainable Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refound-collection.md) - [Gorpcore Performance Gritty Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xt6-goretex-concrete-jungle.md) - [Modernized Lightweight Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weapon-plts-ox.md) - [Collaborative Textural Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-star-pro-2.md)