Japan’s traditional geta sandals are a combination of beachy flip-flops and Dutch clogs. While they come in various styles, Nara-based shoe brand Nara Getaya’s traditional footwear has a contemporary twist—they are shaped like cats! Even better, the company updated its line of cat-shaped geta sandals with new designs, making them the perfect pair of sandals for feline fans this summer.
The super-cute Nyara Geta line is smartly named; it’s a portmanteau of Nya (the Japanese word for “meow”) and Nara (where the sandals are made). The collection features nine different designs, including black, tabby, and Russian blue. There is also a new style called hachiware—a term used to describe cats with markings on their forehead that resembles the kanji character hachi, meaning the number 8 (八). No matter the color or markings, every pair features adorable cat ears in front of your toes and a tiny tail that peeks out from behind your heels.
Instead of traditional wood, the quirky cat-shaped sandals are made from a sturdy yet soft and shock-resistant material called EVA, so they are practical for both indoors and outdoors. Most designs are available in both kids and adult sizes so that anyone can rock this super cute, kawaii style.
You can visit Nara Getaya’s online shop to purchase the entire Nyara Geta collection. Each pair costs 3,780 yen (US$35).
Nara Getaya: Website
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