ASICS offers this season two reinterpretations of the Gel-Lyte III inspired by the old Japanese proverb “Tsuru sen-nen-nen kame man”, translates to “Crane lives for 1,000 years; turtle lives for 10,000 years.” In the Japanese culture cranes and turtles are the symbols of long life and longevity. These two new models come in a suede lining and are also distinguished by their insoles customized with either a crane feather or turtle shell print. The Gel-Lyte III Crane is distinguished by its red color, gray and white, referring to the plumage of cranes, these birds mentioned in the Japanese proverb, while the Gel-Lyte III Turtle wears a khaki and yellow colors and reminds turtle shells. This ASICS Gel-Lyte III “Crane & Turtle” pack is available now at brand retailers, such as ill.