[Unique Japanese Souvenir] Everyone's favorite "Matcha" sneakers!

Matcha is a powdered tea made by grinding tea leaves with the stems and veins removed in a millstone. We would like to introduce SPINGLE sneakers made from matcha leather, which uses tea leaves that do not meet the standards during the manufacturing process to tan leather. The coloring motif is a cute matcha parfait.

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SPINGLE Co., Ltd

We make our original, handmade SPINGLE sneakers, which are designed with comfort in mind. We have inherited a factory that has been in operation since before the war, and have continued to use the traditional vulcanization of shoemaking. Directly managed stores: Ginza Harajuku, Kichijoji, Fukuyama

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Table of Contents
1. Surprise! Sneakers made from leather tanned with matcha
2. The matcha used in the tanning process is from a famous tea shop in Uji , Kyoto
3. SPINGLE's Matcha Leather Sneakers come in three styles
4. Where can you buy matcha leather sneakers?

1. Surprise! Sneakers made from leather tanned with matcha

These green sneakers are made from leather tanned with matcha tea.

Tanning is a necessary process for turning hides into leather. Tanning is a process that removes proteins and lipids to give the hide durability and flexibility.

The leather used in these new SPINGLE sneakers is tanned using everyone's favorite green tea. Matcha contains tannins, making it one of the best materials for tanning.

What's more, the matcha used in tanning this leather is a residue from the manufacturing process, making it a very sustainable initiative. Even better, the ingredients in the matcha give the leather a plump texture.

2. The matcha used in the tanning process is from a famous tea shop in Uji , Kyoto

The image is for illustrative purposes only. The more expensive the matcha, the less bitter it is and the stronger its flavor.

The matcha used in tanning matcha leather is tea leaves from Mori , a long-established tea shop in Kyoto . Mori is a tea manufacturer founded in Uji, Kyoto Prefecture , a Uji City known for its tea production, during the Edo period. Mori's tea is known for its high quality and safety, and is sold not only in Japan but also overseas.

Mori's matcha has a strong flavor and is recommended to be enjoyed with sweets. Mori currently has cafes in Kyoto, Tokyo, and other locations, where they serve matcha and matcha sweets. I would love to try some!

3. SPINGLE's Matcha Leather Sneakers come in three styles

There are three styles of SPINGLE sneakers made with matcha leather.

Low-cut SP-1064 Matcha

These sneakers have the same shape as SPINGLE's classic low-top model. They feature a deep green horizontal accent as a design accent. They're made from brushed suede.

German trainer type SP-1065 Matcha

This model is based on SPINGLE's popular top model, which debuted in the Fall/Winter 2024 collection. It features a thick cup insole for excellent cushioning. Like the low-top model, it is finished in dark green suede.

High-cut SP-1422 Matcha

These smart high-cut shoes are made with plenty of matcha leather. They have a zipper for easy on and off. Like other models, they have suede side accents.

The coloring of the Matcha Leather Series was inspired by matcha parfaits. Matcha used to be strongly associated with being a special tea used in tea ceremonies and tea gatherings, but in recent years it has become very popular, being used in drinks and various sweets. Among these, matcha parfaits, which allow you to enjoy a wide variety of matcha sweets all at once, are arguably the most popular. We're sure there are many travelers who want to enjoy matcha sweets to their heart's content when they come to Japan. We also recommend these playful SPINGLE sneakers with a matcha parfait motif.

4. Where can you buy matcha leather sneakers?

SPINGLE's Matcha Leather Sneakers can be purchased at SPINGLE GINZA, SPINGLE's directly managed store in Tokyo. Please feel free to visit us.

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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SPINGLE Co., Ltd

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