These Pairs of Adidas Sneakers Will Make Much Cooler Gifts Than Sambas

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It’s no secret that in recent years Adidas Sambas have become a mainstay in the wardrobes of fashion people all over the world. Now, I like a pair of Sambas as much as the next stylish person, but I do think when it comes to holiday gifts, there are a few more on-trend sneaker options worth considering. Enter Adidas Tokyos and Adidas Japan sneakers. Both styles have that low-profile, sleek look that we love from the Sambas, but with a different silhouette and design. Basically, they serve as a great up-to-date replacement when sneaker shopping.

As far as which pair to shop, don't worry—we'll never leave you hanging. Ahead, we take you through descriptions of each pair and a few editor-approved picks that are so on-trend for each style. Keep scrolling to find the perfect holiday gift for your loved ones (or yourself) today.

Adidas Tokyo Shoes

Adidas Tokyos have been gaining significant buzz this year and are definitely looking like they’ll maintain that popularity through 2026. Some of your favorite Hollywood Starlets like Jennifer Lawrence and Olivia Rodrigo have been seen rocking these beauties in all different colorways.

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Adidas Japan Shoes

Adidas Japan sneakers have similarly been trending among the fashion crowd recently. The sneakers are a reissued design first used during a sporting event held in Japan during the ’60s. The vintage feel is present in the silhouette and other design choices.

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Chinazor "Chichi" Offor
Chinazor "Chichi" Offor
Associate Shopping Editor

Chinazor "Chichi" Offor is a Georgia-born, Los Angeles–based associate editor who relocated from Brooklyn, New York, and joined Who What Wear's West Coast office in 2022. At WWW, she utilizes her years of editorial experience to interview trending talent, explore trends, and curate shopping guides. Chichi previously worked at Refinery29, where she helped revolutionize the brand’s plus-size and inclusive fashion coverage. In her spare time, she’s keeping up with the latest movie releases, enjoying a relaxing day at the spa, or obsessing over her latest ADHD-fueled hyper fixation (e.g., Jesse McCartney's underrated career, the negative effects of bicoastal intellectual elitism, and Gen Z’s loneliness epidemic). You can find her online @thechichio on Instagram & TikTok.