Shun Nasato is an insole enthusiast. He says that cleaning used sneakers is also a hobby, so how do he overcome the drawbacks of used items? We will take a closer look at the KicksWrap products that support his sneaker life.
-Can you tell us a bit about yourself?
Satoshun: Hello. My name is Satoshun. I mainly post about sneakers on X (formerly Twitter). I love cleaning second-hand sneakers and making them look good and wearable.
For this reason, I am always grateful for KicksWrap's products. I work as a general office worker at an educational institution.
-What made you become interested in sneakers?
Satoshun: I've always liked sneakers, but before I got into them I only had one or two pairs.
As the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, restrictions were put on people going out, so I started going for walks in the early morning when there were fewer people around. I thought that while I was there, I might as well wear my favorite sneakers and enjoy a walk.
At that time, the sneaker boom was in full swing, and it was very difficult to buy shoes on SNKRS. I couldn't buy any Dunks in particular, so I had to use flea markets to buy them.
-How many pairs of sneakers do you own?
Satoshun: I have about 50 to 60 pairs. The most common are the Nike Air Jordan 1 High, of which I have 15 pairs.
The others are Adidas, New Balance, Converse, and Louis Vuitton. By the way, all the Louis Vuitton is second hand (lol).
-What are your favorite sneakers and why?
Satoshun:
(1) NIKE UNDEFEATED AIR MAX 90
I love the colorful colors, so I bought them as a matching outfit for my child. These sneakers are what started my serious collecting habit (laughs).
(2) adidas GUAM
This is the first time I've won a CONFIRMED item. I like the simple yet timeless design.
(3) NIKE Air Jordan1 High Light Smoke Gray
I was able to see the GOT'EM screen for the first time on SNKRS. I won this and have been fascinated with the AJ1 ever since.
-What sneakers are your favorites and why?
Satoshun:NIKE Air Jordan1 High University Blue
A few days after I lost the first lottery, I got limited access in the afternoon and was able to GOT'EM. What's more, it was during my child's graduation ceremony (lol).
-How did you discover KicksWrap?
Satoshun-san: I came across it in a post on X. I heard good things about it from my followers who were using it, so I thought I'd give it a try.
-What was the first KicksWrap product you used and what made you decide to use it?
Satoshun: AIR Insole
I was unhappy with the fact that the writing on the insoles of the new sneakers I had bought quickly faded away, and my feet were getting tired when walking with my existing insoles, so after reading X's post about how changing to air insoles would reduce the strain of walking, I decided to buy them.
-Can you tell us what is good about this product?
Satoshun: As I mentioned earlier, the burden of walking has been greatly reduced. Also, even if the insoles of the sneakers I bought second-hand are worn out and I am reluctant to wear them, I can wear them without any problems if I replace them with air insoles.
Thanks to this product, the hurdle of wearing sneakers purchased secondhand has been lowered considerably. Now I have more secondhand sneakers than new ones (laughs).
-Can you tell us all the KicksWrap products you have used?
Satoshun:
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Shoe Guard
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Compact Bowl
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Cleaning Liquid 250ml
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AIR Insole
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HEEL PLUS 2.0
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SOLE PLUS
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Easy Shoelaces Black, Sail
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Essential Leather Care Set
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Basic Cleaning set
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The Best Insole
What is your favorite KicksWrap product and why?
Satoshun:
・Cleaning Liquid 250ml
Because, unlike other sneaker cleaners, it is odorless.
・The Best Insole
It is more expensive than air insoles, but the effect is even better. I use it for my Nike Terminator, and the Terminator, which has weak cushioning, feels much better.
-Why did you choose and continue to use KicksWrap?
Satoshun: I like the design of the packaging, and it has all the elements that make it the perfect tool for taking care of your sneakers.
-How did you learn to use KicksWrap?
Sato Shun: I learned from watching a YouTube video of SHIN cleaning sneakers. I want to revive sneakers just as much as he did.
-Can you tell us what you like about using KicksWrap?
Satoshun: In the past, I rarely had my sneakers cleaned, but after using KicksWrap products, I was able to bring my sneakers back to life, and it made me want to take good care of my sneakers and wear them in a clean condition.
-What are your thoughts on your future relationship with KicksWrap?
Sato Shun: Recently, I watched a video on YouTube where SHIN and A-KILLA from HOMEGAME were performing together. I also have a collection of New Era caps, and I was always worried about how to take care of them, so it was a breakthrough to see that they came out with a cap care product.
KicksWrap is not only selling sneakers, but also caps, so I'm looking forward to seeing what new products they will release in the future. I also hope that they will continue to improve their past products.
-Editor's Note-
Why is it that the cooler the model, the harder it is to wear? Listening to him, I was amazed to learn that The Best Insole works well with Terminator. I have a pair, so I'd like to try them out.
