Found in Takashimaya department store in Taipei, Taiwan.

Asiance intern Shannon Lin found these pink Playboy sneakers in a Takashimaya department store in Taipei, Taiwan. You can't find them anywhere in the United States. What's the story?

“These pink Playboy sneakers were the only pair they had in my size, (8.5) in a Takashimaya department store in Taipei, Taiwan. I originally wanted Black but the largest size they had was a 7! Though they are simple and fun comfort sneakers, there is something very special about wearing them in America. In Taiwan and Japan they are sold as a very popular sexy, comfortable little shoe, mostly in the department stores. In the U.S., Playboy shoes can be seen as either a corny gimmick for the company's business or a coveted novelty item. When I look them up, I have seen many an Ebay or Craigslist ad selling some unique Playboy pumps or sneakers, but even on the Playboy store website have yet to find this pair that I found in Takashimaya. It helps to enjoy this brand that was oftentimes seen as overtly naughty. These shoes are as comfortable as Ked's, Vans or Tom's slip-ons, but with a cool zipper that makes them unique. If you can find them sold here in the U.S. it will be very surprising. No wonder a girl came up to me last night and asked to take a picture of my shoes! Thank you, for once, Hugh Hefner.”