New sandals from SPINGLE, handmade shoes made in Japan, perfect for wearing at Japanese summer festivals!

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Enjoying the hot Japanese summer is a traditional event that takes place after dark, such as summer festivals and fireworks displays. We recommend these handmade leather sandals made in Japan that can be worn for everything from festivals to walking around town.

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We make SPINGLE, original handmade sneakers with a focus on comfort. Inheriting a factory that has been in operation since before the war, we have continued to carry on the traditional vulcanized shoe manufacturing method. GLOBAL SHOES GALLERY, a directly managed store across from the factory, carries a wide selection of shoes and bags, mainly SPINGLE. There is a gallery and a cafe inside the building, so you can not only take your time choosing shoes, but also use it as a base for walking around Fuchu, or as a place to take a break during your trip.

Sandals are comfortable during the scorching hot Japanese summer!

The heat in the Japanese summer is getting hotter every year, to the point that even Japanese people are surprised. However, there are also some things to enjoy that are unique to summer in Japan. These are traditional festivals, such as the Gion Festival in Kyoto, and fireworks displays that are held all over the country. The perfect way to enjoy the Japanese summer, which is full of such special pleasures, is to wear cool, relaxing sandals.

Table of Contents
1.What are Japanese summer festivals?
2. SP-1717, a thong sandal type
3. Slide sandal type SP-1718
4. SPINGLE sandals collection

1.What are Japanese summer festivals?

Originally, Japanese summer festivals were held to pray for recovery from illness and to honor ancestors. There are many festivals, ranging from big to small, with different characteristics depending on the region. Many festivals also incorporate dancing, and you can usually join in and dance. Of course, the food stalls are also another way to enjoy the festivals, with a wide variety of stalls offering everything from typical Japanese dishes like candy apples, grilled squid, and yakisoba noodles to pop sweets like crepes and shaved ice.

Summer festivals usually start at dusk when the heat has subsided. We change into yukata robes, grab a fan and a pouch containing small items, put on geta, traditional Japanese footwear, and head out to the festival.

The traditional attire for Japanese summer festivals is a yukata robes and geta sandals with eye-catching straps.

Many Japanese people look forward to summer festivals, special events that only happen in the summer. Why not change your sneakers into cool sandals and enjoy a light-hearted Japanese summer festival?

We at SPINGLE recommend leather sandals that are handmade in our factory in Hiroshima.

2. SP-1717, a thong sandal type

These sandals feature a strap design similar to that of geta clogs. The strap is made of kangaroo leather. This is because SPINGLE's classic sneaker, SP-110, is made of kangaroo leather.

Kangaroo leather is a lightweight and flexible material that easily adapts to your feet. In addition, its fiber structure is denser than cowhide of the same thickness, making it stronger and very durable. Furthermore, even if you walk a lot, the original insole absorbs and releases sweat, so you can continue to feel comfortable.

In today's Japan, geta are often considered special footwear to go with traditional Japanese clothing, so some people wear sandals with their yukata (although yukata is also a special type of clothing). The SP-1717 comes in six colors: light gray, brown, deep green, black, deep red, and deep navy.

3. Slide sandal type SP-1718

There is also a slide sandal type, SP-1718, which is more comfortable to wear and easier to put on and take off. It comes in the same six colors as the strap sandal type. The upper surface area is large, so you can have fun choosing the color.

The upper part that covers the instep is cushioned, so it feels gentle on your feet.

They are perfect for relaxing as well as going out. Like the thong sandals, the insoles have excellent moisture absorption and release properties to keep you comfortable.

4. SPINGLE sandals collection

Which sandals were your favorite?

Both sandals are made of soft leather, so they look neat and comfortable to wear. Moreover, both sandals are handmade by artisans at a factory in Hiroshima Prefecture. If you're going to enjoy your summer trip to Japan, SPINGLE sandals are the perfect souvenir!

SPINGLE's new sandals for summer 2025 will be available at SPINGLE Ginza. Please come to the store and try them on to see how comfortable they are.

SPINGLE GINZA

Ginza Optica 1F, 3-4-17 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061

This is a specialty store of the Japanese handmade sneaker brand SPINGLE. This flagship store is located in Ginza, the birthplace of Japanese culture, and is a store that incorporates Japanese design and offers a full lineup of SPINGLE brand shoes. SPINGLE's unique features are that the shoes are handmade by craftsmen at a factory in Hiroshima Prefecture, that the rubber soles and tapes are also made in-house and have unique shapes, and that the leather sneakers are durable and long-lasting. We sell unisex products, mainly business shoes for men, women's products including pumps and boots, and limited products only available at the Ginza store. Each product has its own characteristics, so we recommend that you check the size with the staff and try them on. Communication with the staff is also fun. SPINGLE is also known for its comfortable fit. Please enjoy the SPINGLE shopping experience as a memory of your trip to Japan.

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