ASICS

ASICS Trainers & Clothing

Explore ASICS range at JD to discover all the latest releases from the Japan based brand, including the popular GEL-1130, GEL NYC and the GEL-KAYANO. Featuring all the latest performance-enhancing technologies, these high-quality trainers are essential for runners, and thanks to their stylish upper, they’re suitable for casual wear, too.

ASICS Heritage

ASICS was established in 1949 by Kihachiro Onitsuka, an ordinary salary worker turned shoemaker from Kobe. At this time, however, the brand was known as ONITSUKA Shokai. It was Onitsuka’s friend who suggested that the company be rebranded to ‘ASICS,’ which is an acronym derived from the Latin ‘Anima Sana in Corpore Sano’ (or ‘You should pray for a healthy mind in a healthy body’). These words served—and continue to serve—as the foundations for the company’s ethos: to encourage people to engage in physical activity by providing them with high-quality athletic shoes.

The first pair of ASICS shoes was the OK Basketball Shoe. Onitsuka was conscious that the sports market was dominated by canvas slippers and tabi socks, but these didn’t provide the support and freedom of movement required to perform optimally. The OK Basketball Shoe would change that, with a suction-cup-inspired sole giving extra grip on the court.

Top Picks in the ASICS Range

From heritage-inspired runners to modern tech trainers, JD’s ASICS range covers every step. The GEL-1130 stands out with its breathable mesh panels and soft cushioning — a classic design that’s easy to wear day to day. For something that leans into bold, early 2000s styling, the GEL-NYC mixes performance influences with standout detailing.

Need extra support for long days or longer runs? The GEL-KAYANO range is built for just that, using GEL cushioning and TRUSSTIC support to keep things stable underfoot. Rounding things off, the GT-2160 takes cues from ASICS archives, offering a sleek shape with sculpted midsoles that feel just as good as they look.