Tortoise General Store welcomes Tamai Shoten for a special pop-up featuring their tabi socks, also known as split-toe socks, in October.
Founded in 1889, Tamai Shoten has spent more than a century making and selling tabi and socks. The company continues to produce traditional split-toe tabi by hand, while also developing contemporary styles for everyday wear. Their history is rooted in a simple idea: bringing the form and function of tabi into the present.
At this event, discover a selection of Tamai Shoten tabi socks that bring together a familiar traditional form with materials and designs made for daily life today. We invite you to stop by and experience the distinctive comfort and freedom of the split toe construction.
A chance to explore a long history of footwear making and see how it continues to evolve.
On October 10th (Sat), meet and greet the CEO and 3rd-generation leader, Mr. Tamai!
"Tradition requires innovation. Not for trends, but for our pride. From our roots in tabi, we create modern footwear to bridge the gap between generations." - Keisuke Tamai
