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Happy new year

On New Year's Day in Fukuoka, the air was clear and a beautiful sunrise was visible.

I'm sure many people are feeling renewed with the New Year upon us.

I hope that this year will also enable you to make many new connections.

To kick off the new year, we would like to introduce you to some geta sandals from Hender Scheme 's handcrafted homage series.

Hender Scheme manual industrial products 11
Hender Scheme manual industrial products 11



We started carrying the leather shoe brand Hender Scheme last year, and at Utsushiki we find it interesting that it clearly divides people into those who are familiar with it and those who are not.

It is a Japanese brand that started in 2010, and its name comes from the initial letter G of the psychological term "Gender Schema" with an H next to it, expressing the idea of ​​going beyond gender, which means social and cultural differences in sex. It advocates "transcending gender schema," which is structured by human experience and environment.

Among the many products available, the homage line we have featured this time has a familiar appearance at first glance, and somehow has the effect of evoking individual memories and preconceived notions.

It feels like the value of having it nearby changes depending on how the recipient uses the existing part of themselves and thinks about it.

Geta are traditional Japanese footwear.

These are made in collaboration with geta craftsmen in Asakusa, and while most geta are currently made to imitate those made overseas,
This product was created with the hope of once again producing handmade geta sandals, but with a different perspective and concept.

The sole is made of tanned cowhide and has studs on the heel, a distinctive feature of geta sandals.

It also features a wave pattern called Seigaiha, which represents infinitely expanding waves and peaceful happiness that will continue forever.

We have had the privilege of working with an Aikido teacher at Utsushiki for some time now.

What I always feel while doing so is the power of the earth being transmitted from my feet to move my entire body.

Strangely enough, unless you focus your attention on every part of the soles of your feet and your toes, your body will become wobbly and will easily collapse with even the slightest stimulation.

I walk forward, firmly gripping the thick, reassuring straps between my thumb and index finger.

Such geta have the power to correct your posture and help you face forward.

Wear your favorite footwear and take one step at a time into the new year.

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It's a reassuring garment that will give you a push when you need encouragement, even on special occasions.

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