Crocs is getting a devilish makeover. The footwear brand has officially announced its first collaboration with the Chainsaw Man anime, and the collection is set to hit stores in Japan next Tuesday (October 27th).
Crocs Japan revealed the lineup in an official press release last week (October 15th), confirming four clog designs inspired by Denji, Power, and Pochita, along with a set of themed Jibbitz charms. The release describes the collection as being packed with details that call back to the series' brutal fights, from Chainsaw Man's blades to Denji's starter cord, Power's horns, and of course Pochita himself.
The Chainsaw Man And Power Classic Clogs
The headline piece of the collection is the Chainsaw Man Classic Clog. It features a bright red upper with large 3D chainsaw blades sticking out from the top, mirroring the blades that burst from Denji's head when he transforms. The sole and strap are decorated with mechanical details and graphics meant to recall the show's fight scenes, and the clog comes with a Pochita Jibbitz charm attached. Crocs Japan has priced it at 11,550 yen.
Power gets a clog of her own as well. The Power Classic Clog uses a vivid blue upper with red accents, and the heel strap is topped with her signature horns and a fluffy fur piece. It also includes a translucent chain and splatter graphics around the sole, plus a Jibbitz charm of Meowy, the cat Power cares so much about. It carries the same 11,550 yen price tag.
Two atmos Exclusives
The other two designs will only be available through Japanese sneaker retailer atmos. The first is a Multicolor Classic Clog with a black base covered in artwork of the main cast, including Denji, Makima, Power, and Aki Hayakawa. It has a chainsaw-inspired sole, a "CHAINSAW MAN" logo piece on the strap, and character charms, and it is priced at 12,100 yen. Atmos' own launch page lists this one for October 26th, a day ahead of the wider release.
The second exclusive is easily the cutest of the bunch. The Pochita Lined Clog is a bright orange clog shaped around Pochita's face, complete with chainsaw details and a fuzzy lining on the inside for extra warmth. It is the most expensive item in the collection at 13,750 yen.
Fans who want to customize their own pair can also pick up a pack of five elevated Jibbitz charms for 2,620 yen, or individual Chainsaw Man, Pochita, and Power charms for 770 yen each.
Where To Buy
The collection will be sold through the Crocs Japan online store and Crocs' own stores across the country, including locations in Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ikebukuro, Nagoya, and Osaka. It will also be stocked at select partner stores, ABC-MART, Super Sports Xebio, Saki Sports, and atmos. To celebrate the launch, atmos Ikebukuro is hosting a Chainsaw Man x Crocs pop-up starting October 27th, where fans can see the full lineup in person.
Crocs Japan notes that stock will vary by location and item, so anyone hoping to grab a specific pair should check with their local store ahead of time. Crocs' US website also has a product page for the Chainsaw Man Classic Clog, though a release date for North America has not been formally announced yet.
A Perfect Fit For The Series
Crocs collaborations with anime have become pretty common over the last few years, but Chainsaw Man feels like a natural match given how loud and chaotic the designs can get. Crocs Japan's press release also took a moment to celebrate the franchise's momentum, pointing to the fact that production has been confirmed on the sequel adapting the Assassins arc.
The 3D blades on the main clog and the Pochita design in particular look like they will be popular with collectors, so the atmos exclusives could be hard to find once they go live.
Which pair would you rather add to your collection, the Chainsaw Man Classic Clog with its 3D blades or the fuzzy Pochita Lined Clog?
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