Japanese Tabi Socks

Traditional Japanese socks also known as tabi are actually split-toed socks which separate the large toe in half from the rest of the toes. Tabi socks also referred as the tabi are traditionally worn by Japanese people from their childhood days and is part of their daily fashion. Often kids in Japan wear this kind of socks to expose their socks outside of their underwear. The unique design and shape of these socks make it a very attractive fashion accessory for both men and women.

Japanese baby footwear is considered as a taboo for Westerners because it shows much skin. However, these kinds of shoes are very common among Japanese people. In addition, there are many celebrities who are caught wearing baby in one way or another such as Masakazu Koizuka. Most famous Japanese actors and actresses are seeing wearing tags or data, including Yuichi Kitagawa, Daisuke Enomoto and Yuichiro Nagashima. Usually the split-toed socks used on these shoes are made out of sheepskin, which has a high absorption capacity and thus are suitable even for swimmers.

Most westerners think that tabi is just used for footwear but recently scientists have proved that the sheepskin was also found on antique Japanese war vessels. Japanese War Vessels were decorated with motifs of birds, flowers and geisha and this further strengthened the popularity of tabi. Fashion enthusiasts believe that the popularity of tabi can be attributed to the fact that its uniqueness, comfort, fashion sense, and practicality are combined in one. Nowadays, you can also find Japanese ladies and westerners alike wearing these socks, which are considered as one of the most perfect fashion accessories to complete your outfit.