Japanese "Sneaker" Technology Setta, CROSS (YC01)

These CROSS setta combine the best of traditional Japanese crafts and modern technology to create the very best footwear. This is a collaboration between Yamato Kobo (setta craftsman since 1957), Japanese washi paper (1300 year history) and Arimatsu tie-dye (400 year history).

■ High resilience cushion: the same functionality as sneakers; excellent elasticity and flexibility, and extremely soft comfort.
■ Hollow lightening structure: A sole with a structure similar to sneakers that is lighter and more flexible. It has high mobility and enables active use while being setta.
■ Top: made of Japanese 'washi' paper x Arimatsu tie-dye for a unique Japanese design

"ARASHI" is a model with the motif of "Ujikawa Battle of Uji" by Kuniyoshi Utagawa. The dynamic expression of the river surface is expressed in calm tones. It is a color that is easy to match with any outfit and makes your feet look fashionable.The design is hand-dyed for each pair, so the finish will be one-of-a-kind.

Sizes
● Traditionally, setta are worn with your heel slightly sticking out (left)
● Now-a-days people often choose to wearn them as Western footwear (right). 
● A size smaller than your actual foot size is recommended for the traditional style.
● Bigger sizes should be avoided when you are not used to wearing setta - your toes are supporting the weight of the sole and a larger setta would mean more burden on your toes, making it harder to walk. If you do choose a larger model, avoid leather and go for a light-weight material. 

IMPORTANT: The setta are handmade and use delicate materials. The bottom of setta with leather may show "uneven color, stains", "rubbing marks and scratches", "small irregularities", etc. due to rubbing in the manufacturing process, but please note that it is not defective. For cotton thongs, the inner cotton may show. 
Avoid your setta getting soaked or walking in heavy rain.

Please note that all Yamato Kobo footwear is handmade and sometimes made to order; Therefore, there may be a handling time. We will always update you with estimates as soon as we have them. Please inquire before your purchase if you need them before a certain time.

Traditional Comfort with Contemporary Designs
YAMATO KOBO is a maker of Japanese Setta footwear, since 1957. They are based in Nara city - the center of Setta production in Japan. Their sandals are used by many high class Japanese hotels and inns. Different from traditional setta, the YAMATO setta differentiate between the right and left foot by placing the thong at the most appropriate place, which makes them more comfortable to wear. YAMATO still uses traditional production methods, but have improved their designs with cushions and shapes for maximum comfort, as well as create modern designs using tatami, synthetic leather, denim and hemp.