1980s Kitami Sunglasses | Archive 0327
$5.83 per wear · worn 30 times
The more you wear it, the lower it gets.
- Ships to the US
From the brand’s own pages, read October 5
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Details
The Kitami KS702 captures the bold, streamlined character of Japanese eyewear design from the 1980s. Its oversized rectangular silhouette features softly rounded corners, a gently curved brow, and substantial proportions that create a strong, balanced profile. The rich dark tortoiseshell acetate adds warmth and depth, with subtle amber highlights visible throughout the frame. Frame Model: KS702 (Dark Tortoise) Decade: 1980s Country of Origin: Japan Lenses: New forest green lenses Condition: Excellent vintage Measurements: 58-17-140 Historical Context Kitami is one of many lesser-known Japanese eyewear brands that emerged during Japan's manufacturing boom of the 1980s and 1990s. Produced during an era when Japanese optical craftsmanship had become the global benchmark for precision and durability, Kitami frames were sold primarily through independent opticians rather than major fashion retailers. While little official history of the brand survives today, vintage examples reflect the meticulous construction and understated design philosophy that made Japanese-made eyewear from this period so highly regarded among collectors.
