Pearl Izumi was founded in 1964 by Kinji Shimizu in Tokyo, Japan, creating and producing cycling wear and footwear. The brand was acquired by Shimano in 2008. Pearl Izumi craftsmanship and commitment to top quality and rider needs, has created a cult around the brand that ever-grows as the product range expands and covers all types of cycling. From every day commuters to Iron Man heroes and heroines.