What Are Tabi Shoes?

Tabi (or Jikatabi) are traditional Japanese footwear. Tabi literally translates to “foot bag.” Tabi shoes feature a split between the big toe and the rest of the toes to promote flexibility and provide extra security, comfort, and stability.

Are tabi comfortable?

Tabi shoes are super comfortable, which is one of the main reasons why I collect them. Care: The black leather of the Tabi moccasin is super easy to clean and maintain.

What are tabi shoes made of?

Jika-tabi are known as footwear commonly used by construction workers, farmers, gardeners, rickshaw-pullers and other labourers, due to the tough material and heavy-duty but flexible rubber soles they are made from.