Mizuno introduces the WAVE PROPHECY RING MOC SETSUMASA KOBAYASHI, a collaboration that brings together Setsumasa Kobayashi’s design perspective and Mizuno’s long-standing pursuit of functional beauty. More than a new silhouette, the pair reflects how performance-rooted innovation can be translated into a refined lifestyle expression.
Setsumasa Kobayashi, founder of GENERAL RESEARCH and a central figure in Japan’s outdoor and fashion culture through MOUNTAIN RESEARCH, has long been known for shaping products with intention and staying power. His earlier work with Mizuno introduced the INFINITY MOC in 2007, a design that brought the structural thinking of a performance brand into a moccasin silhouette. The WAVE PROPHECY RING MOC SETSUMASA KOBAYASHI continues that legacy as a modern interpretation of Mizuno Sportstyle.
At the center of the design is a classic moccasin upper paired with the WAVE PROPHECY sole, recognized for its distinct hollow architecture. This construction creates a balance between stability and cushioning, while also helping minimize midsole breakdown over time. The result is a silhouette that is both visually distinct and built with long-term structure in mind.
The model also features an inner structure derived from the SKY MEDAL, a ring-shaped midfoot strap, and a dual-layer construction that combines a suede upper with a mesh inner. Each element is arranged with quiet precision, bringing together craftsmanship, technical logic, and a design language that feels both understated and progressive.
Guided by Setsumasa Kobayashi’s aesthetic of “never becoming outdated,” the WAVE PROPHECY RING MOC SETSUMASA KOBAYASHI stands as a thoughtful expression of enduring style and considered construction. It is a pair shaped not only by appearance, but by the clear design philosophy behind it.
- Suede upper
- Leather paneling
- Metal ring-strap closure
- Wave Prophecy sole unit
- Rubber outsole
