#88 BLACK CROCODILE EMBOSSED

From The Kenford Fineshoes Staff on February 19, 2026

The Kenford Fineshoes has expanded its new lineup. The highly anticipated crocodile-embossed leather, one of the brand's most popular styles, is now available in four models.

The Kenford Fineshoes is a brand that combines new elements with MADE IN JAPAN leather shoes, with the concept of building new values ​​for leather shoes. Launched in Fall/Winter 2025, the new models have quickly become a new standard, and now a "crocodile-embossed leather" variation has been added. Until now, this iconic material was only available in limited products, such as the collaboration model with ZODIAC and the "Black Crocodile Combi Embossed Loafers" directed by Harajuku select shop CANNABIS, but with this latest release, it will be available in four new models.

01. Classic Lace Up Shoes — A category that maintains the specifications of the shoes released in 1986 and brings a classic presence to your feet.

Design Name: Classic Saddle / Classic Wing-Tip / Classic Plain Toe
Color: Black Crocodile Embossed
Size: 24.0cm-28.5cm
Price: ¥18,700- (tax included)

02.New Classic U-Moc Monk Strap Shoes—A new classic with a rugged buckle and crocodile texture.

Design Name: New Classic U-Moc Monk Strap
Color: Black Crocodile, Black ×Black Crocodile
Size: 24.0cm-28.5cm
Price: ¥23,100- (tax included)
*Scheduled to be released in early March

03. New Classic U-Moc Lace Up Shoes— The classic U-Moc is now available for casual wear.

Design Name : New Classic U-Moc Lace Up Shoes
Color: Black Crocodile, Black ×Black Crocodile
Size: 24.0cm-28.5cm
Price: ¥23,100- (tax included)
*Scheduled to be released in early March

04. Classic & New Classic Coin Loafers — A signature style that remains popular.

Design Name: Embossed Loafers / New Classic Coin Loafers
Color: Black Crocodile Combi / Black Crocodile, Black ×Black Crocodile
Size: 24.0cm-28.0cm / 24.0cm-27.0cm
Price: ¥22,000-(tax in) / ¥23,100-(tax in)

Visual Collaboration with MR.BROTHERS CUT CLUB

The visuals released ahead of the launch were produced in collaboration with MR. BROTHERS CUT CLUB, a barber shop based in Harajuku, Tokyo, which broadcasts to the world. Based on the theme of "Japan's proud craftsmanship," the look maximizes the rugged charm of the products.


Credit

Photographer: Ryota Chiba @ryotachiba_
Movie Director / Cinematographer / Editor : Keita Suzuki @keitasuzuki_pd
Cinematographer: Ryoji Yamaguchi @yamaguchi_ryoji
Director: Yu Orishikide @ohli_day
Assistant : Rika Suzuki @suzuki.rika

Model
Shunsuke Miyamoto @mario_kart_barbar
Takushi Kayukawa @takushi013
Akio Kurata @kurataakio
Shota Suzuki @shota_bell
Yuki Otawara @tawara90
Takashi Inagaki @t_k826
Ataru Meguro @atarusource
Tomohiro Kaname @tomo.kaname

Special Thanks
Mr.BROTHERS CUT CLUB @mr.brothers_cutclub





— Sales Information

The products will be available from Saturday, February 21st at the flagship store "The Kenford Fineshoes Tokyo," the official online store, and the Harajuku select shop "CANNABIS." The "Black Crocodile Combi Embossed Loafers," which have repeatedly sold out, will also be restocked on the same day. Experience the texture of the crocodile-embossed leather for yourself.

[Store Information]
Store name: The Kenford Fineshoes Tokyo
Address: 2-27-3 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0001
Phone number: 03-6459-2335
Business hours: 12:00 - 20:00
Closed: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
Instagram (Store Staff): @kenford_tokyo_staff

The Kenford Fineshoes Staff