Folk tools and Pandanus sandals

These simple sandals are made from the leaves of the Pandanus orbicularis, a small evergreen tree of the Pandanus family that grows south of Amami Oshima. Utilizing the texture and material of Pandanus orbicularis, they are very durable and beautifully made. They are breathable and have just the right amount of cushioning. They are one of the traditional folk tools that continue to be found in the Yaeyama Islands.

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Junichi Nakagiri and Miyuki Nakagiri are a married couple based on Ishigaki Island who make folk tools.
Attracted by the folk tools of Yaeyama and the lifestyle of the islanders behind them, he moved to Ishigaki Island with his family. He set up a home and workshop in the northern part of the island, where he learns the traditional techniques of folk tools from the grandparents of the Yaeyama Islands and continues to create them. He also applies traditional techniques to create new folk tools that are more suited to modern life.

Size: S, M
S: 24cm long, 9.3cm wide
M: Height 26cm, width 10.3cm

*Female model is wearing size S (shoe size 22.5cm)

※Male model in photo 8 is wearing size S. 9th photo: M (shoe size 26.5cm)

*We recommend small size for feet measuring 23cm or less, and large size for feet measuring 23cm or more.
*As each piece is handmade using natural materials, there may be a 1-2mm difference in size depending on the item. There may be individual differences in shape and finished texture. Thank you for your understanding.
*These shoes are suitable for use on soft floors such as wooden or earthen floors indoors, and dirt floors outdoors. You can also wear them on asphalt, but we do not recommend them as they will wear out faster.