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Born in Japan.
Developed for the World.

We make zero drop, footshaped performance footwear that doesn't compromise on design. We don't live in extremes and believe that living in the modern world requires a little bit of cushion. But, we also believe that overbuilt cushioned shoes are hurting your body. We want to help strengthen you from the ground up, be a part of your life 90% of the time, and build you a purposeful shoe that transitions with your daily life.

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Footnotes

The Journey Behind Notace

The Journey Behind Notace

Built from a love of natural movement shoes. Most footwear adds more. More foam. More structure. More interference. Notace shoes take a different approach. We build minimalist performance footwear inspired by Japanese influence and designed to support the way your body already moves. Every detail is intentional. Nothing extra. Nothing missing.
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What Does Zero Drop Really Mean?

What Does Zero Drop Really Mean?

From road to court to trail to gym, Notace is built to perform where it matters. Our zero drop performance shoes keep you low to the ground for stability and control. Flexible construction allows your foot to move, and react whether you’re running, cutting, lifting, or training. Our zero drop training shoes don’t rely on stiffness to create stability.
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What Exactly Is a Wide Toe Box?

What Exactly Is a Wide Toe Box?

It starts with shape. A true foot shaped shoe gives your toes space to stabilize, adapt, and generate power. Our wide toe box shoes aren’t about comfort alone, they’re about function. Better balance. Better alignment. Better movement. We pair that with a neutral platform across every model.
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