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For those of us living in Okinawa, island sandals are an integral part of our daily lives. They're easy to slip on, and the more you wear them, the more they mold to your feet, becoming uniquely yours. Okichu started with the desire to share the charm of island sandals.All materials are made in Japan.The entire process is completed at the workshop in Okinawa.HAND-MADE IN OKINAWA JAPANAnd so, we continue to make them using locally produced island sandals.
Okichu's island sandals are made with love and the warmth of handmade craftsmanship. We will continue to share the joy of living with island sandals from here.
This is a specialty brand of "shima-zori," traditional Okinawan sandals that have been popular in Okinawa for generations, and each pair is handmade in a workshop in Chatan, Okinawa.
The characteristic of OKICHU is that they don't simply make traditional island sandals,Attention to detail in everything from materials and shape to comfort.。
We use Japanese-made materials, and the entire process, from processing to manufacturing, is completed in our workshop in Okinawa. Although island sandals have a simple structure consisting of a "base" and a "thong," they are difficult to manufacture by mechanization, so each pair is handcrafted by our own artisans.
What we are particularly particular about is how well the shoes fit the foot. Instead of the typical flat type, we use a "tapered type" with a lower toe area and a higher heel area. This shape is not suitable for mass production, but we continue to make it in order to prioritize ease of walking and comfort.
Furthermore, we offer custom-made options, allowing you to combine colors for the base and straps, and even add names or favorite designs. We also engage in collaborations with characters and professional baseball teams, as well as OEM manufacturing.
This manufacturer is evolving the traditional Okinawan sandals, deeply rooted in daily life, using domestically sourced materials and the skilled craftsmanship of artisans to suit modern lifestyles.
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