ASICS Institute of Sport Science
Institute of Sport Science
The ASICS Institute of Sport Science (ISS) is dedicated to 'Human Centric Science', focusing on the rigorous understanding of human body and movement.
By leveraging proprietary materials and structural design, ISS strives to develop innovative technologies and products that maximize people's potential through sports.
Latest Information 01
ASICS has launched the "ASICS Institute of Sport Science Europe (ISS Europe)" as a new research and development department within ASICS Europe B.V., its European regional headquarters. This follows the establishment of ISS America in December 2025, and represents a further step in ASICS's ongoing efforts to strengthen its global research and development framework.
In conjunction with this, ASICS has entered into a strategic partnership with HumanFab, an advanced center for sports research facilities and specialized expertise located in Aix-en-Provence, France.
Through this partnership, ASICS will leverage HumanFab's state-of-the-art research facilities—including one of the world's leading indoor tennis court laboratories—to enhance the collection of athlete data in real competitive environments. This collaboration will also deepen ASICS's long-standing research into human movement and performance, further advancing the development of high-value products that contribute to improving athletes' competitive performance.
Latest Information 02
ASICS Corporation has established a research base in California, USA, to accelerate global innovation, naming it "ASICS Institute of Sport Science America LLC."
In conjunction with this, ASICS has agreed to a partnership with the University of Michigan, launching the "ASICS-MICHIGAN SPORT INNOVATION CENTER."
Through this partnership, leveraging the University of Michigan's world-class comprehensive research capabilities and running environment as a foundation, ASICS aims to drive innovation that contributes to athlete performance by promoting its Global Integrated Enterprise (GIE) research framework.
Institute History
| 1977 - | Establishment of the Technology Research Section ASICS headquarters in Osaka founded the first Technology Research Section for research on apparel products. |
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| 1980 - | Establishment of the Shoe Fundamental Research Section ASICS Shoes Department (factory in Kobe) founded the first Shoe Fundamental Research Division within the Footwear Planning and Development section. |
| 1982 - | Opening of Shoe Development Center ASICS Shoe Research and Development Division moved to Suma Ward, Kobe and opened a new facility. |
| 1985 - | The ASICS Institute of Sport Science was born When ASICS moved its headquarters to Kobe Port Island (in Chuo Ward, Kobe), The ASICS Institute of Sport Science was founded by the consolidation of the Technology Research Department and Shoe Development Center. |
| 1990 - | Center Completion of The ASICS Institute of Sport Science The ASICS Institute of Sport Science and Human Resource Development Center (later renamed ASICS R&D Center) was completed in Nishi Ward, Kobe. |
| 2015 - | Expansion and renovation of the Institute ASICS expanded the scope of the Institute and rebuilt the Institute to strengthen research and development. |
| 2025 - | Established "ASICS Institute of Sport Science America" ASICS established a research base in California, USA, to accelerate global innovation. |
| 2026 - | Established "ASICS Institute of Sport Science Europe" ASICS Strengthens European Innovation Capabilities Through Partnership with HumanFab. |
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