Japanese Geta 'Okimari'
Japanese Geta 'Okimari' — Traditional Unisex Everyday Sandals
The Japanese word okimari means 'always' or 'the usual' — a fitting name for geta that represent Japan's most traditional everyday footwear. For centuries, walking out of a Japanese house meant stepping into geta first. The sandals sat by the entryway (genkan) ready for use — the practical daily companion of Japanese life.
The geta entrance ritual remains an important part of Japanese domestic culture. Stepping up from the genkan into the interior of a home requires removing outdoor shoes and putting on indoor slippers — the geta facilitates this transition, providing elevated protection from outdoor contact that connects to the cleanliness-focused Japanese concept of indoor/outdoor separation.
Built with a lightweight wooden sole at 5cm height, these Okimari geta feature traditional two-teeth construction with rubber coating for grip on modern floors. The thick 100% woven cotton straps stay comfortable through extended wear, avoiding the pressure points and rubbing that lesser synthetic alternatives often produce. Built for real daily use.
The Okimari works beautifully for daily indoor wear, summer outings, Japanese-themed events, or as a practical alternative to Western sandals for anyone interested in traditional Japanese dress. The 5cm height is classic beginner-friendly geta, and the unisex design suits both men and women. A thoughtful gift for anyone drawn to Japanese craft or everyday traditional footwear.
- Lightweight wooden sole with two teeth (ha)
- Sole height: 5 cm
- Rubber coating under the teeth for grip
- 100% woven cotton hanao straps
- Thick padded straps for comfortable wear
Original: $60.00
-65%$60.00
$21.00
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Japanese Geta 'Okimari' — Traditional Unisex Everyday Sandals
The Japanese word okimari means 'always' or 'the usual' — a fitting name for geta that represent Japan's most traditional everyday footwear. For centuries, walking out of a Japanese house meant stepping into geta first. The sandals sat by the entryway (genkan) ready for use — the practical daily companion of Japanese life.
The geta entrance ritual remains an important part of Japanese domestic culture. Stepping up from the genkan into the interior of a home requires removing outdoor shoes and putting on indoor slippers — the geta facilitates this transition, providing elevated protection from outdoor contact that connects to the cleanliness-focused Japanese concept of indoor/outdoor separation.
Built with a lightweight wooden sole at 5cm height, these Okimari geta feature traditional two-teeth construction with rubber coating for grip on modern floors. The thick 100% woven cotton straps stay comfortable through extended wear, avoiding the pressure points and rubbing that lesser synthetic alternatives often produce. Built for real daily use.
The Okimari works beautifully for daily indoor wear, summer outings, Japanese-themed events, or as a practical alternative to Western sandals for anyone interested in traditional Japanese dress. The 5cm height is classic beginner-friendly geta, and the unisex design suits both men and women. A thoughtful gift for anyone drawn to Japanese craft or everyday traditional footwear.
- Lightweight wooden sole with two teeth (ha)
- Sole height: 5 cm
- Rubber coating under the teeth for grip
- 100% woven cotton hanao straps
- Thick padded straps for comfortable wear
