ORINO TABI Mino Washi Socks
"Wearing washi paper and the philosophy of beautiful feet"
A one-of-a-kind pair of tabi socks that combines Mino tradition with modern functional beauty.
The material used is "Mino Washi," a paper that boasts a thousand-year history. This paper was created using ancient Japanese wisdom and techniques, and is surprisingly light and breathable, as well as having natural antibacterial and deodorizing properties. Even when worn for long periods of time, it prevents unpleasant stuffiness and odors, and keeps your feet clean and comfortable.
Furthermore, the technique of twisting yarn makes the fibers of washi paper stronger and more flexible. Twisting yarn is a manufacturing method that increases durability and flexibility by twisting multiple threads together. This dramatically improves the fit and comfort of tabi socks, allowing them to naturally conform to the shape of your foot and flexibly follow your movements.
The seamless design eliminates seams to the maximum extent possible, creating a sense of unity like a second skin . From the moment you put them on, you will feel a sense of comfort as if they are attached to your entire foot, reducing friction with your shoes and making them suitable for long periods of walking or standing.
It has a sophisticated and minimalist appearance, and while it is traditional, it also has a design that blends in with an urban lifestyle.
Start your day off right with a comfortable feeling.
manufacturing process
Tabi socks made with Mino washi paper go through the following elaborate manufacturing process.
First, the yarn is carefully combined one by one and wound onto a bobbin. This creates a durable and functional yarn, giving the entire product a beautiful look. Next, the bobbin is set in place, rotated at high speed to twist it, and wound onto the upper paper tube. Utilizing special Japanese technology to manufacture from a single thread, it is possible to create a seamless product without seams.
The finished thread is then shrunk with a special vacuum steam to give the material a unique texture. In the final process, each pair is carefully sewn together by hand to prevent any fraying of the thread, and the fabric is smoothed with an iron to complete the process. Through this precise process, the highest quality Mino washi tabi socks are completed.
Japan's leading yarn twisting technology
Twisting is an ancient Japanese technique of twisting several fibers together to make a single thread. By finely adjusting the angle and number of twists, the thread itself has its own strength, luster, and flexibility, giving it depth of touch and texture. The twisting technique, which carefully tailors a single thread, is considered to be of extremely high quality because it eliminates waste and brings out the natural beauty of the material to the fullest extent. The thread is not just a material, but grows in flavor the more it is used, and grows with its owner. Our brand pays respect to this leading Japanese twisting technique and gives each product the "real thing." Please pick up a product and experience the comfortable weight and dignity that you cannot find in mass-produced products.