Actor speaks Gear Vol.1 Katsumura Masanobu "Initial spike is an injector of Asics, a high-class model with a player's name for adoration"

KikuchiMr. Katsumura had a lot to ask, and I was looking forward to it. Immediately, when it comes to gear, what was the first spike you bought?



KatsumuraThis is an ASICS injector. I started playing soccer in junior high school, and at that time I wore an injector. I happened to buy it at Warabi Sports in my neighborhood, but the injector wasn't that expensive and it was just right. When I went to the store, the item description said "replaceable" and "fixed", and I thought that the replaceable type would be more profitable, so I bought it.

KikuchiThe replaceable type has a handle for replacing the stud, which gives it a luxurious feel.



KatsumuraBut when I think about it now, I think I should have fixed it. Because it has a wide range of use. At that time, Puma's "King Pele" and Adidas' "World Cup" were lined up in the store. I was using the finest kangaroo leather, and I was surprised that "I use kangaroo leather for spikes!"

KikuchiDid you have any particular preference when choosing spikes?

Katsumura　At the time Adidas was popular, I thought vague adidas would be good. At this time West Germany was strong, so I wonder if there are no mistakes in West Germany.

KikuchiDid you have any impressive spikes at that time?


[West Germany 's representative Klaus Fisher]

KatsumuraThere were many spikes with the names of soccer players. The face is printed on the tongue part of the spike. For example, Klaus Fischer model who was the representative of West Germany. Fisher was synonymous with overhead kicks in "Diamond Soccer," which was being broadcast at the time. There is also a spike called "Vice Byler Super", and I want it to be cool again.

KikuchiThe model with the name of a famous player was popular.

Katsumuraso. Besides, the spike line called "Bonhof MG" (editor, former West Germany national team / Borussia MG's long-time active midfielder) is cool. I wonder if the manufacturer was Mitsunaga. But I can't buy it because I'm a junior high school student ...
Anyhow, I often went to see the shop.

KikuchiWere there any other players that left an impression on you?


【West Germany's national manfred · calts】

KatsumuraThere was also Manfred Cults. He was a tall player who lowered his stockings. Cults also had a face on the tongue. At that time, I was thrilled just because Spike had the player's name on it (laughs). I used to go to Warabi's soccer shop "Doo" to see spikes.

KikuchiI also went to the shop longing for cool spikes. It may not be as good as Mr. Katsumura (laughs)

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Interview / Kohei Kikuchi Photo / Tomobi Shimizu