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5 Unique Socks from Japan: Knee High Socks, Tabi, and More!

2018-08-23

Made in Japan socks are popular souvenirs for travelers to the islands.Not sure what to get your friends or family? Socks are a budge-friendly gift that everyone can use and enjoy. Though they may seem bland on the surface, Japan has many unique designs that make this gift fun and fashionable.

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  • 1 Fluffy Fuwafuwa Socks
  • 2 Tabi: Traditional Japanese Socks
  • 3 Five Toe Socks
  • 4 Tap into Youth Fashion with Knee High Socks
  • 5 Back to the 90s with Loose Socks
  • 6 After Word
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Fluffy Fuwafuwa Socks

Fuwafuwa socks are perfect to wear during lazy winter days. Made of soft and fluffy wool, they serve as an ideal alternative to slippers. They usually come in pastel colors and cute designs, and its flexible material fits any foot, so you can buy a pair for your friends or family without worrying about sizes.

Fuwafuwa Socks

Tabi: Traditional Japanese Socks

Tabi are traditional Japanese socks whitch have a split between the large toe and the other four. This design was used so people could wear them with traditional Japanese footwear and sandals. Tabi are still worn today when people dress in traditional Japanese clothing, but some people prefer to wear them over Western style socks all the time. It might seem uncomfortable at first, but many people enjoy the freedom tabi socks give you.

Tabi (足袋)

Five Toe Socks

Five toe socks are basically gloves for your feet, and because the toes are separated similar to gloves, so it’s not only comfortable to wear, but also helps to prevent sweat. It also gives your toes more freedom and prevent friction between your toes, with a five-toe sleeve that allows your toes to splay naturally and align properly. Split-toed running shoes have also become popular in nowadays, split toed socks just suit them perfectly.

Five Toe Socks

Tap into Youth Fashion with Knee High Socks

Knee high socks are commonly worn with Junior and Senior High School uniforms, they are popular with girls during the cold winter months to keep warm.Since many anime and manga characters sport these, they are a popular cosplay item. Knee high socks often have a distinctive black or navy blue color and pattern. Popular patterns and logos are flowers, animals, or anime characters.

Knee High Socks

Back to the 90s with Loose Socks

One of popular fashion trends of 1990s Japan was loose socks. This style of baggy socks were mostly associated with rebellious high school girls, and recently this fashion trend has had a resurgence. Girls love them because these socks make their legs look slimmer, and some even take it to extremes by wearing socks longer than their legs and then rolling them up.

Loose Socks

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