Nara

Light and soft clogs “SAIUN” that you can change your thongs yourself

2021.04.26

From Nara’s long-established footwear maker “Nara Geta-ya”, a new product that realizes a fit like a made-to-order product has appeared. Crowdfunding pre-sale has started for sandals that are soft and fit your feet and do not hurt your hanao even if you walk for a long time.

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SAIUN uses EVA resin material, which is a characteristic of Nara Shidaya. Because it is light, it does not hurt your feet even if you wear it for a long time and move, and it is durable and long-lasting.

Not only that, but a major feature is that the thong can be replaced.
By combining the color variations of the thong and the body, it is possible to make about 48 different arrangements.

Since the thong can be easily removed and replaced, you can change it according to the mood of the day.
Not only is it easy to wear and walk, but you can arrange it as you wish.

Nara Prefecture is originally a region where traditional crafts including sandals are popular.
However, the chances of wearing sandals as regular footwear have decreased dramatically.

Therefore, Ippai Co., Ltd. has made a major update to products with design and durability that can be worn everyday, using traditional crafts such as sandals and the original EVA processing technology.

Then, Ippei Co., Ltd. (Hajime), which operates a geta shop, started its business centering on EVA such as shoe soles. We have made full use of technology to create toys for children.

By using its high technology, it is durable and does not hurt your feet even if you use it for a long time. By using the colors of EVA, we have developed a range of designs that can be used not only in kimono but also in various scenes.

Thorough commitment to quality

We use our unique technology to prevent hydrolysis and make it last longer. In addition, the disadvantage of geta is that the base of the finger hurts if you are not accustomed to it. It is designed so that it does not cause pain.

Rebranding

Geta-ya will rebrand at the same time as this new product. We will also renew the homepage, including geta, and make a major update. Now that the tourism industry has stopped significantly, we will continue to develop products so that geta shops can liven up Nara as a whole.

Then geta shop "SAIUN-Saiun-"

Material: Zori sandals / EVA, rubber
Thong part / mesh fabric (nose core material / urethane foam)
Size: Ladies 4 sizes / 22.5cm, 23.5cm, 24.5cm, 25.5cm
Gentleman 4 size / 25cm, 26cm, 27cm, 28cm
Children 3 sizes / 16.5cm, 18.5cm, 20.5cm
Color: ・ Stand color (8 colors in total)
Red, purple, green, mint, blue, beige,
Light gray, dark gray
・ Hanao color (6 colors in total) /
Red, pink, green, navy, gray, black

One pair tax-included 8,250 yen (tax-excluded 7,500 yen)
* Includes “replacement stick” and “fastener”

〇 Sold separately Hanao / 1 bottle 1,650 yen including tax (1,500 yen excluding tax)
* Crowdfunding and our own online shop will sell the base and thong separately.

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