Hands-free golf shoes 'Athens Golf' to launch on June 1st, seamlessly connecting golf and daily movement

Kizik, the U.S.-based hands-free footwear brand managed by Marubeni Consumer Link Inc., will launch 'Athens Golf,' a shoe designed to seamlessly connect golf and daily life, on June 1, 2026, via the official Kizik online store. Born in Utah in 2017 as the world's first brand dedicated to hands-free shoes, Kizik pursues a unique structure that allows users to put on shoes by simply stepping into the heel, without tying laces or using hands. As a pioneer in the industry, it continues to lead while many other brands adopt hands-free features. While golf requires concentration and stable form over 18 holes, the process of putting on and taking off shoes at clubhouses or practice ranges often disrupts the rhythm before play. Athens Golf, based on the concept of 'zero stress in wearing,' supports comfortable movement and transitions. Its water-repellent upper keeps feet dry, while the high-grip rubber outsole ensures stability on wet grass and during swings. Furthermore, the high-rebound foam midsole provides comfort throughout an 18-hole round. As golf evolves into a lifestyle and fashion statement, Athens Golf updates not just the game, but the entire experience of heading to the course.