Issey Miyake Eyes Unveils 3D Printed UROKO Sunglasses With Eight Concave Lenses Inspired by Japanese Ceramics

Where Fashion Meets Advanced Manufacturing

Issey Miyake Eyes has unveiled UROKO, a revolutionary pair of sunglasses that pushes the boundaries of both fashion and 3D printing technology. Part of the IM MEN Spring Summer 2026 collection called "Dancing Texture," these sunglasses feature eight concave lenses arranged in two rows of four on each side of the frame.

The design draws direct inspiration from the ceramic works of Japanese potter Shoji Kamoda, renowned for his distinctive scale-like patterns. Rather than simply replicating traditional eyewear designs, Issey Miyake has created something truly unique—a wearable piece of art that combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship with cutting-edge additive manufacturing.

The Engineering Behind the Design

What makes UROKO particularly innovative is the use of concave lenses that curve inward rather than outward. This design approach allows the optical components to sit closer together within the frame, reducing the overall size of the structure compared to traditional flat lens arrangements.

The frame itself is manufactured using advanced 3D printing technology, then undergoes a specialized finishing process that creates intentionally uneven surfaces. This mirrors the characteristics of Kamoda's ceramic work, where perfectly smooth surfaces are deliberately avoided. Each piece shows subtle variations that contribute to the overall aesthetic—meaning no two pairs are exactly alike.

The sunglasses also feature visible silver screws and a surface finish that resembles ceramic work when examined up close, further reinforcing the connection to traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

Available Options

UROKO sunglasses are available in two lens colors: Dark Gray and Brown. The eyewear represents a fascinating convergence of technology and artistry, demonstrating how 3D printing can enable designs that would be impossible to achieve through traditional manufacturing methods.

This isn't Issey Miyake's first foray into 3D printed fashion, but it represents one of the most technically ambitious applications of the technology in eyewear. The ability to create complex, multi-lens structures with custom concave cuts would be extremely difficult—or impossible—using conventional manufacturing techniques.