Evisen Skateboards

Established in Tokyo 2011, Evisen Skateboards founder Katsumi Minami wanted to create a company that represented the local Japanese scenes and communities that aren't given as much shine as they deserve, such as Oska and Sendai.

There is also a strong traditional influence on the brand's board graphics and artwork, often in the "Okiyo-e" style but given their own contemporary twist. As well as a skate brand, these guys are also involved in distribution, a print magazine, skate shop and clothing, so expect to see a lot more to come from Evisen.