Corrugated cardboard is light, breathable, environmentally friendly and fully recyclable. Innovative Kami-waraji sandals utilize this versatile material in a twist on a venerable Japanese standby. The ...

It’s not uncommon to see an occasional shout-out to Japanese culture, whether it be with kimono-sleeve tops or Engrish-y graphic t-shirts, but it’s arguably less common to see something that looks ...

Every August, Fukushima City hosts the Fukushima Waraji Festival. The word waraji refers to a traditional type of straw sandal worn by Japanese monks and travelers. The festival includes lively ...

TIGHTLY WOVEN SOLES OF RICE-STRAW SANDALS COVER ONLY BALL OF WEARER'S FOOT. NMNH - Anthropology Dept.

I was staring dubiously at the rough straw sandals suspended from the monk’s fingertips. “Waraji have strong grip!” he said “much better than those” he added, gesturing at my trainers with mild ...