Japanese Geta 'Okayama'
Japanese Geta 'Okayama' — Wooden Sandals in Classic Tradition
Okayama, the capital city of Okayama prefecture in western Japan, carries its own rich cultural heritage — famous for its Korakuen garden (one of Japan's 'Three Great Gardens'), its peach-themed Momotaro folk tales, and centuries of traditional craft production. Japanese footwear from this region often reflects the area's emphasis on quiet quality over ostentation.
Throughout Japanese history, wood-soled footwear has enjoyed specific environmental advantages. Wood insulates the foot from hot summer pavement and cold winter floors. Wood breathes in a way synthetic materials can't. Wood can be carved and reshaped, refinished, and repaired, giving good geta genuine longevity. These are the practical reasons behind a design that has lasted over a millennium.
Built with a lightweight wooden sole at the classic 5cm height, these Okayama geta feature the traditional two-teeth construction with rubber coating for grip. The thick 100% woven cotton straps provide comfortable all-day wear — important for those adjusting to traditional Japanese footwear after a lifetime of Western closed-toe shoes.
The Okayama geta work beautifully for everyday indoor wear, summer festival outings, Japanese-themed occasions, or as a practical daily sandal alternative. The lightweight wooden construction and comfortable straps make them particularly accessible for geta beginners. A thoughtful gift for anyone drawn to Japanese craft or natural-material 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 'Okayama' — Wooden Sandals in Classic Tradition
Okayama, the capital city of Okayama prefecture in western Japan, carries its own rich cultural heritage — famous for its Korakuen garden (one of Japan's 'Three Great Gardens'), its peach-themed Momotaro folk tales, and centuries of traditional craft production. Japanese footwear from this region often reflects the area's emphasis on quiet quality over ostentation.
Throughout Japanese history, wood-soled footwear has enjoyed specific environmental advantages. Wood insulates the foot from hot summer pavement and cold winter floors. Wood breathes in a way synthetic materials can't. Wood can be carved and reshaped, refinished, and repaired, giving good geta genuine longevity. These are the practical reasons behind a design that has lasted over a millennium.
Built with a lightweight wooden sole at the classic 5cm height, these Okayama geta feature the traditional two-teeth construction with rubber coating for grip. The thick 100% woven cotton straps provide comfortable all-day wear — important for those adjusting to traditional Japanese footwear after a lifetime of Western closed-toe shoes.
The Okayama geta work beautifully for everyday indoor wear, summer festival outings, Japanese-themed occasions, or as a practical daily sandal alternative. The lightweight wooden construction and comfortable straps make them particularly accessible for geta beginners. A thoughtful gift for anyone drawn to Japanese craft or natural-material 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
