Why We Love It
Setta are comfortable traditional Japanese sandals woven from soft fibers, with cushioned protective soles. They make a great alternative to stiff wooden geta, and can be worn with any Japanese kimono, or perfect as flip-flop for your fashion wardrobe.
Sango Town in Nara Prefecture, is a craft hub with over a century of expertise in handcrafting traditional Japanese sandals. The innovative Design Setta Sango have taken this artisanal inheritance and created a style of Japanese sandal both chic and comfortable for everyday wear.
Unlike setta or geta you will find elsewhere, these original sandals have a thickly padded and rounded straps. The rich blue of the straps represents the shimmering surface of the inland sea, reflected in the name Nagi, meaning calm. The embroidery in golden and silver-colored thread invoke the natural world.
Instead of the flat base of most Japanese sandals, these soles are woven in a gently curved shape. The ergonomically designed padded base cushions your feet and allows you to wear them in comfort all day long. The thick hardwearing outer sole means that these sandals are suitable for any surface, indoors or outdoors, wet or dry. The embroidery may feel a little hard at first, but will get softer the more you wear them.
Details
- Japanese Setta Sandals, handmade in Japan
- Upper shoe: polyester, inner sole: nylon, outer sole: EVA/TR
- Size: available in Medium, Large, or LL (see size chart below)
- Product codes: 2215WHM for Medium 2215WHL for Large, and 2215WHX for LL.
Design Setta Sango is an innovative force changing the way we wear traditional Japanese sandals, bring together artisanal comfort and joyful style!
Design Setta Sango Team
The brand’s birthplace, Sango Town in Nara Prefecture, is a craft hub with over a century of expertise in making traditional Japanese wooden sandals. Drawing on this rich artisanal culture, and backed by the generations of craftsmanship of its partner, the geta strap maker Wasabiya, Design Setta Sango has created a limited collection of handcrafted contemporary Japanese sandals. The groundbreaking design was selected by the Wonder 500 project, showcasing 500 innovative wares from across Japan.
Making multi-layered cotton straps
Design Setta Sango is a passion project of the town’s creative community, with the mission to make tradtional Japanese footwear more comfortable, fashionable, and adapted to modern life. Retaining the look of classic Japanese sandals, these shoes are nevertheless unique. Wide, soft, multi-layered cotton straps, and padded breathable insoles of natural fibres make this a sandal that you can wear in comfort all day long. The thick, sturdy, yet flexible soles allow you to wear them inside or out, whatever the weather.
Grass Woven Setta Japanese Sandals
In addition to peerless comfort, these handmade sandals feature exclusive designs created by Japanese textile artists, as well as one-of-a-kind vintage kimono fabrics. Whether you’re dressed in jeans or a kimono you’ll find Design Setta Sango sandals the perfect accessory for contemporary living.
Setta, Zori & Geta are authentic Japanese sandals, which means they are traditionally narrower than western flip-flops, and fit more snugly to the width of your foot.
| Size | U.S. | UK | EU | Japan |
| M | 4-6 | 2-4 | 35-37 | 21-23 |
| L | 7-8 | 5-6 | 38-39 | 24-25 |
| LL | 8½-10 | 8-9½ | 42.5-44 | 26-27.5 |
Free Shipping
- USA, Canada, Europe, Middle East, and East Asia: Enjoy FREE express shipping on all orders over $99!
- Australia, New Zealand, and India: Enjoy FREE shipping on all orders over $199 USD.
- Japan: Enjoy FREE shipping on all orders.
Shipping Times
- USA, Canada, Europe, Middle East, and East Asia: Orders usually arrive within 3-5 days after shipment.
- Australia, New Zealand, and India: Delivery is usually within a week, depending on local customs.
- Japan: Orders typically arrive within 24 hours after shipment.
- All other countries: Orders usually arrive within 4-5 days after shipment, depending on local customs.
Taxes
- Shipments from Japan may be subject to additional taxes and handling fees imposed by customs and mail carriers. Customers are responsible for these costs.
- Customs and import rules vary by country, for example the USA usually doesn’t charge any extra fees, but the EU sometimes does. See here for information on selected countries.
- If an order is returned due to refusal to pay local taxes or customs duties, the full two-way shipping costs will be deducted from any refund.
- Shipments in the US may be subject to sales tax where mandated by federal and local authorities. Sales tax will be calculated at checkout.
- Shipments within Japan are subject to consumption tax, which is included in the price.
Shipping Locations
- All our products come to you from Japan.
- Especially for customers in the USA, we can now also ship some items from our location in California to ensure the fastest delivery!
Track Your Order
- Once your order has shipped, we will send you a confirmation email with a link to track your shipment.
- Please note that it is the customer's responsibility to track shipments. If an order is returned due to non-collection, the full two-way shipping costs will be deducted from any refund.
If you would like to return your order for whatever reason, we're here to help! We offer no hassle returns within 30 days of receiving your order.
*Please note the following conditions to our return and exchange policy:
- Items must be returned unused and folded in the original packaging.
- Items must be returned to their original shipping location (this is usually in Tokyo).
- Discounted items, or items purchased with store credit are not eligible for return or refund.
- The original outward shipping cost (the full amount that we paid to the courier) will be deducted from the refund.
- The customer is responsible for the return shipping cost.
- For hygiene reasons, we cannot accept returns on earrings, futon mattresses and duvets, or mattress/duvet covers.
How do I claim my free refund?
Please contact us and we will confirm the shipping address for you to send the item.
Please return the item folded in its original packaging and send to the address that we provide, noting on the customs form ‘Returned Item’.
Once we receive the returned item and have confirmed its condition as unused and undamaged, we will issue a refund not including shipping costs or duties.
Do I have to pay shipping costs?
We offer a full refund of the product, not including the original outward shipping costs. You must bear the cost of return shipping.
If you received the original order damaged, then we will also cover both the initial and the return shipping costs.
Can I exchange for a different product?
Yes! To exchange an unused and undamaged item, you can process the return as described above and reorder the new item through the website.
Alternatively, when you notify us about a return, let us know which product you would like as a replacement, and we will hold it in stock for you until we receive the original return. Please note, there may be additional shipping costs.
What if my item is damaged?
Very occasionally items may be damaged in transport. In the unlikely event that you item arrives in a damaged condition:
We ask that you contact us within 48 hours of receipt. This enables us to make a claim with the shipping company.
Please keep hold of the damaged item and provide some photos of the damage.
We will issue you with a full refund or replacement, including shipping costs.
How long will my refund take?
We will process the refund within 2 days of receiving the returned item.
