There are many alternatives of fables concerning a turtle and a crane throughout different cultures throughout the world. In Japan, a turtle welcomes a crane to rest on its back during a great flood. The crane then returns the kind gesture years later during a terrible drought, carrying the turtle a long distance to a thriving lake. Though the crane and turtle are vastly different, they both offer to help each other in times of need. Some versions of the story don’t have such a happy ending.
A holy entity in Japan, the humble crane is a symbol of happiness and eternal youth. It also symbolizes good fortune and longevity because of its fabled life span of a thousand years. The crane is a favorite subject of Haiku poetry and the tradition of origami or paper folding. It’s a figure that is so ingrained in Japanese culture that it transcends the borders of its island nation.
The Nike Air Force 1 “Crane”tries its best to emulate the Japanese Red-Crowned Crane in appearance - bright red head, crisp white features, and black wing liner; white leather uppers with black trim and nylon tongues and a remarkable red tag at the tongue. Double-layered suede and leather Swoosh representing the big bird’s wings, but there’s no more obvious call-out than the lateral ankle’s embroidery image: the bird itself, soaring.
Nike Air Force 1 ’07 LX “Crane”
Color: White/Photon Dust-Black-Chile Red
Style Code: DA8482-100
USA Release Date: September 21, 2021
Price: $120 USD
According to traditional Japanese beliefs, the tortoise is a haven for immortals and the world mountain, and symbolizes longevity, good luck, and support. Turtle symbolism and meaning includes longevity, perseverance, steadfastness, protection, retreat, healing, tranquility, the Earth, and transformation.
The Nike Air Force 1 “Turtle” uses a dark olive tumbled leather uppers and khaki suede overlays on the Nike Swoosh and heel tab. Gold outlines appear below the Swoosh and the metallic silver lace, and a turtle graphic is embroidered on the lateral heel. The tongue is created in soft polyester and features a leather tongue patch and gray laces over top. A sail sole unit completes the design.
Nike Air Force 1 ’07 LX “Turtle”
Color: Medium Olive/Coriander-Cargo Khaki
Style Code: DA8482-200
USA Release Date: September 21, 2021
Price: $120 USD
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