Japanese Traditional Footwear Straw Sandals
These are Japanese vintage woven straw sandals called warazori/waraji. These sandals are crafted from weaving dried rice straw into a simple oval shape. Some include other material such as cloth, leather, or lacquered wood. Warazori/waraji have been a popular type of footwear since ancient times and are said to be lightweight and non-slip in mud and don't splash in water.
This pair is mostly straw with a decorative green, blue, and red silk fabric around the thong. These are likely made the be worn by women or children with casual kimono or yukata, but can also serve a unique decorative element to any design.
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Brown, green, red, blue
- Straw, silk fabric
- C1950
- Item weight: 114 grams
- Packed weight: 300 grams
- Approx. 20 cm long x 8.5 cm wide x 1.5 cm tall each
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Okay condition considering age. Straw is flaking in some spots from use. Silk fabric is very torn/worn. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- Acquired from the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan.
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
