# Asics Space Sneakers Ninjas in Orbit By Pocket | Published 2006-12-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-sneakers-by-asics-ninjas-in-orbit References: [thecoolhunter.net](http://www.thecoolhunter.net/fashion/SPACE-SNEACKERS/) Unfortunately it seems these aren't available for general purchase, which sorta bites because.. I think they rock:) Asics have designed a sneaker to make space travel more comfortable and have been developed with the help of the Japanese space agency. Apparently they have a super soft heel, a flexible sole that inclines upwards toward the toe- more importantly they seperate the big toe from the rest of the foot, hence looking very much like a ninja boot. I always wanted to be a ninja but I couldn't wear the boots- they lacked decent cushioning and support and I have bad arches and require more stability in the heel area- this would solve all my problems! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Comfortable Space Travel Sneakers:** Asics' space sneakers showcase opportunities for creating comfortable footwear for space travel. - **Innovative Footwear Design:** Asics' flexible sole and big-toe separation design showcase opportunities for innovative footwear design. - **Collaboration with Government Agencies:** Asics' collaboration with the Japanese space agency showcases opportunities for collaboration with government agencies in developing unique products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Aerospace:** Asics' space sneakers showcase opportunities for developing specialized footwear for aerospace industries. - **Athletic Footwear:** Asics' innovative design provides an opportunity for athletic footwear companies to create products with unique features. - **Government Contracts:** Asics' collaboration with the Japanese space agency showcases opportunities for companies to seek government contracts and collaborate with government agencies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Iconic Anime-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-2.md) - [Urban Cushioning Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelquantum-kinetic-sp.md) - [Space Exploration Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-reebok-x-nasa-shoes.md) - [Metallic Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-nimbus-10.md) - [Science-Backed Technical Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelflexkee-20.md) - [Cloud-Like Engineered Upper Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-gelnimbus-28.md) - [Trail-Inspired Neutral Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnunobiki.md) - [Antigravity-Inspired Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-vomero.md) - [Artful Solid Silver Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnimbus-101-1.md)