Japanese Geta 'Seigaiha'
Japanese Geta 'Seigaiha' — Traditional Wooden Sandals with Wave Pattern
The geta — Japan's traditional wooden sandal — has been part of Japanese daily life for over a thousand years. Recognizable by its distinctive two-toothed wooden sole, the geta was originally worn by rice farmers working in flooded paddies, then adopted by samurai, commoners, and eventually the entire Japanese population. Today, geta remain essential footwear for traditional kimono wear, summer festivals, and ryokan inn stays.
This Seigaiha edition pairs the classic geta silhouette with one of Japan's most ancient patterns. Seigaiha — literally 'blue ocean waves' — consists of concentric arcs that trace back to 6th-century Chinese maps and have symbolized calm seas, peaceful living, and good fortune throughout Japanese art history. Printed on the cotton straps, the pattern transforms an everyday sandal into a small wearable tribute to Japanese design heritage.
Constructed with a lightweight wooden sole standing on two teeth (ha), these geta measure 5cm in height — the classic proportion for beginners and everyday wear. A rubber coating under the teeth provides modern grip on tile, stone, and indoor flooring, while the thick woven cotton straps (100% cotton) stay comfortable against the skin even during extended wear. No unpleasant rubbing.
The Seigaiha geta work beautifully indoors as traditional slippers, at summer festivals paired with a yukata, at Japanese-themed events, or as part of any outfit where you want to introduce a genuine piece of Japanese craft. They also make a memorable gift for anyone drawn to traditional Japanese footwear or the country's deep textile pattern heritage. A unisex design suited to both men and women.
- Seigaiha (wave) pattern printed on straps
- Lightweight wooden sole with two teeth (ha)
- Sole height: 5 cm
- Rubber coating under the teeth for grip
- 100% woven cotton hanao straps
Original: $60.00
-65%$60.00
$21.00
Description
Japanese Geta 'Seigaiha' — Traditional Wooden Sandals with Wave Pattern
The geta — Japan's traditional wooden sandal — has been part of Japanese daily life for over a thousand years. Recognizable by its distinctive two-toothed wooden sole, the geta was originally worn by rice farmers working in flooded paddies, then adopted by samurai, commoners, and eventually the entire Japanese population. Today, geta remain essential footwear for traditional kimono wear, summer festivals, and ryokan inn stays.
This Seigaiha edition pairs the classic geta silhouette with one of Japan's most ancient patterns. Seigaiha — literally 'blue ocean waves' — consists of concentric arcs that trace back to 6th-century Chinese maps and have symbolized calm seas, peaceful living, and good fortune throughout Japanese art history. Printed on the cotton straps, the pattern transforms an everyday sandal into a small wearable tribute to Japanese design heritage.
Constructed with a lightweight wooden sole standing on two teeth (ha), these geta measure 5cm in height — the classic proportion for beginners and everyday wear. A rubber coating under the teeth provides modern grip on tile, stone, and indoor flooring, while the thick woven cotton straps (100% cotton) stay comfortable against the skin even during extended wear. No unpleasant rubbing.
The Seigaiha geta work beautifully indoors as traditional slippers, at summer festivals paired with a yukata, at Japanese-themed events, or as part of any outfit where you want to introduce a genuine piece of Japanese craft. They also make a memorable gift for anyone drawn to traditional Japanese footwear or the country's deep textile pattern heritage. A unisex design suited to both men and women.
- Seigaiha (wave) pattern printed on straps
- Lightweight wooden sole with two teeth (ha)
- Sole height: 5 cm
- Rubber coating under the teeth for grip
- 100% woven cotton hanao straps
