Taka Hayashi has been a star player on the Van Vault design team since his first release in 2006. From then he’s pushed on to not only brilliantly rework existing Vans silhouettes, but also to create entirely new ones, many of which have gone on to be among the strongest footwear in the line.

This Spring we see another impressive series from Taka, who once again plays with themes culled from traditional American hand craft, mating them with Vans DNA and top notch materials. The TH Engineer Boot, TH Sierra Trek Hi and TH Sierra Trek Lo will be out for February.

More images follow after the click.

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Vans Vault continues to work with Japanese designer Taka Hayashi on footwear. For Fall 2011 the two present the Sk8 Hi TH LX and the Derby TH LX. Both feature premium material uppers and a series of special design elements and features, making them stand out from the regular Vault line-up. We especially like the Crepe soled Derby with its mixed leather/suede upper this season.

Detailed images of all 4 sneakers follow after the jump.

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From the Vans Vault and Taka Hayashi Spring/Summer 2011 collaboration, new product is releasing this month. The two worked on the Sk8 Hi TH LX and the Derby TH LX. Both sneakers came earlier this season in each two colorways. This month a 3rd colorway of both sneakers will be coming out. The Sk8 Hi TH LX comes in a light beige/brown colorway and the Derby TH LX will be dropping in grey suede. Look out for both sneakers at Vans Vault retailers in the coming weeks.

A further look at the sneakers follows after the jump.

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Today we take a look inside the new Vans Vault Spring 2011 look book. Styles such as the 106 MOC, Derby, Decon, Spectator, Aloha Sk8-Hi, Mid Skool 77, Sk8-Hi Boat, and Woven Check Slip-On and Priz Laced accompany highlights such as new Taka Hayashi Sk8-His and the Vans x Ludwig Deadstock Canvas Project – a special release that comprises 200 pairs of shoes and a belt made of fabrics from the last remaining stock.

The whole range of shoes are portrayed in an artful manner through a 30-age book called “Between You and the Ground” by San Francisco-based artist and designer Scott Barry. The limited run of books are available now at all US Vault retailers at no charge, while supplies last.

Have a detailed look inside after the click.

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The Taka Hayashi designed Vans Vault Velocita LX returns for Holiday 2010 in two new make ups. Purportedly inspired by 60’s-era Italian loafers and Hayashi’s oft referenced Native American crafting, the sneaker features a partially perforated suede upper and a folded heel tab that pops to reveal a quilted leather patch. Further details includes the crimped tongue and heel bumper and waxed laces. Now in stock at Bows and Arrows.

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Taka Hayashi continues to work with the Vault by Vans line for Spring 2011 with a new Sk8-Hi LX. Featured in Honey, the sneaker blends Vans Sk8-Hi DNA with Taka’s signature style with native inspired markings, innovative lines, and interesting material choices. Another one to look forward to from Vans. (r29)

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For Holiday 2010 Vans Vault teams up with Pendleton and designer Taka Hayashi. This time they decided to work on the Sk8 Hi and the Slip-On, both coming in beautiful light brown uppers with contrasting white stitching and Pendleton wool fabric. The two sneakers are now in stock at Bows & Arrows.

Detailed images of the two sneakers follow after the jump.

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The Vans x Taka Hayashi Akat LX sneaker returns for Holiday 2010, after first having been released as part of last years collaboration with the artist and skater. The mid top sneaker releases this season in butter soft suede in overall 3 colorways, featuring thick stitching and other solid details on the upper. Proper has them in stock now.

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In our next episode of Highsnobiety TV we give you a recap of the Vans Vault Fall 2010 Footwear launch event, which took place last week at Soto Berlin. The collaborations with Pendleton, Taka Hayashi, Filson and Brooks were on display. We also talked to the Senior Creative designer of Vans Vault, Jon Warren, who gave us some nice backgrond information on their upcoming collaborations. Taka Hayashi also rolled through. Enjoy!

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After a preview from the Vans Vault Bread & Butter showroom, we can showcase the complete Vans Vault x Taka Hayashi x Pendleton collaboration footwear in more detail. The artist worked with Vans and Pendleton on a Sk8 Hi and a Slip-On, both featuring beautiful embossed brown leather, details on the mid-sole and of course Pendleton wool fabric. The pack is now on showcase at Soto Berlin.

Many more images of the pack follow after the jump.

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For Fall 2010 Vans continues their collaborative footwear with artist Taka Hayashi, this time drawing classic textile mill Pendleton into the fold. Seen in Taka’s room at Bread & Butter Berlin, the pack consists of two pairs of sneakers each combining Navajo print wool and tan leather with Taka’s signature toe stitch detailing.

The Vans Vault Fall 2010 Collaboration will be presented this Thursday exclusively at Soto Berlin, with Taka Hayashi in-store. Be sure to stop by if you are in town!

Have a detailed look at each sneaker after the click.

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Taka Hayashi continues his work with Vans Vault for Spring 2010. The latest pack sees three all new styles: a low 1-strap sneaker, a higher shoe with two straps, and a flip-flop. As with past Taka Hayashi designs, each piece of footwear features materials and details inspired by military surplus and traditionally crafted Native American goods.

Check out more from the Taka Hayashi x Vans Vault Spring 2010 Collection after the break.

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Renowned artist Taka Hayashi offers his distinctive handstyle to Vans for their 27th annual Triple Crown of Surfing event that takes place starting this November at Hawaii’s North Shore. Inspired by the Hawaiian venue, the shoes sport a black on black reef-like print across a canvas upper with an orange interpration on the inside. The shoe also features metal eyelets, round laces, and a blue sole (for the water!). Alongside original Taka Vans logos adorning the tongue and heel, the insoles are printed with the full Triple Crown of Surfing Hawaii script. Now available at Flauge.

A detailed look at the Taka Hayashi x Vans “Triple Crown of Surfing” Authentic after the click.

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Taka Hayashi designed three completely new styles for Vans including the No Quarter LX, the Velocita and the Akat (shown previously.) Each shoe features materials and details inspired by military surplus and traditionally crafted Native American goods. Available now at Proper.

Have a closer look at the Taka Hayashi x Vans Vault Collection after the jump.

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Vans Fall 2009 Vault collection has started to roll into retailers. Amongst many great styles is the custom-designed “Akat” by Taka Hayashi. After wowing us with his re-interpretation of several classic Vans models, Taka crafted three new silhouettes from the ground up. With an obvious Visvim influence (or perhaps the same influences as Visvim) the Akat draws inspiration from Native American culture, 1960s Italian footwear and the military. Available in bitter chocolate, with tonal stitching (pictured) or brown, with contrast white stitching and laces. We can attest this look isn’t for everybody, but if you’re not down, the epic Vans Vault Peacoat Chukkas and Del Barco Mids are also in stock now at Bows & Arrows.

A closer look at the Taka Hayashi x Vans Vault “Akat” after the jump.

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Fresh from Vans Vault’s Fall 2008 collection comes with collaboration with Taka Hayashi. The shoes take inspiration from Native American culture, as well as nods to vintage 1960s Italian footwear and military looks. The full collection includes three new silhouettes, the one shown here is named the LX Akat. Almost as if a little Visvim DNA has leaked into the California shoe company. (Via Colmilludo).

Details of the LX Akat from Vans Vault after the jump.

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Active continues their “Drop Sneakers Not Bombs” initiative and has finally released the Active x Taka Hayashi x Vans Pack. Consisting of the Half Cab Pro and the J-Lay Mid, the artist made a lot of changes to the classics, adding premium materials, embroideries, as well as other details. The outcome is a strong pack, that plays with everything but the colors, something we appreciate a lot.

The Active x Taka Hayashi x Vans Pack is now on sale at Active stores and online.

Detailed images follow after the jump.

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Japanese artist Taka Hayashi did not only work on his own collaborative pack with Vans, but this time got together with Vans and Active for their “Drop Sneakers Not Bombs” initiative. Releasing in November is a pack of two sneakers designed by the artist. Once again lots of customization has been added to the sneaker, without playing too much with color, rather with patterns and materials.

Via Vapors Issue 50.

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The much anticipated Vans x Taka Hayashi Pack 2, the second collaboration with artist and skater Taka Hayashi, has finally been released.

Consisting of a Vans No Skool Mid Vulc, Vans Ownes Hi Vulc and Vans Rowley Shambles Hi, the pack presents a very special line-up. The amount of details on each sneaker is mind-blowing. Premium materials, including leathers, pony hair and more have been used. Furthermore there is a lot of embroidery, printed graphics and tags to be found. The good thing is, even though the sneakers are loaded with details, the choice of color was kept simple, giving the pack an overall round look.

The Vans x Taka Hayashi 2 Pack is now available at Caliroots.

More detailed images of the pack follow after the jump.

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For the second time Taka Hayashi joins forces with Vans, this time to work on a pack as part of the Vans Fall ‘08 collection.
For Fall 2008 Taka has redefined what is possible in a collaborative product project. Completely redesigning the footwear both in terms of upper detailing and outsole construction, Taka has delivered a product capsule where the details of the shoes become the design aesthetic and are still wearable. Using a variety of design techniques, materials, and, of course, his own art, Taka designed a Rowley Shambles Hi Top with buckled strap, a No Skool 2 Mid vulc with zipper entry, and an Owens Hi vulc with a lace cover panel. All the bottoms feature a retro striped tread design from the early Vans archive. Taka didn’t stop with footwear, and has added a cut-and-sew raglan tee, as well as a short sleeve pocket tee bearing his marks. The capsule is completed with an extremely detailed pocket watch inspired by military precision and functionality with his signature iconography.
More detailed images once we get closer to the release.

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