The Japanese flip flops have six lines on the strap. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
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Available in 18 sizes
It’s available in European sizes up to 54. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
Established around 1950 as a flip-flop factory.
The oldest existing flip-flop factory in Japan. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
Each one is made by hand.
Dies that have been carefully used for over 30 years https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
Pull out a sheet of rubber to make a platform for the flip flops.
Each pair is carefully cut one by one. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
Die-cutting of flip-flops
Various types of dieboards. The sheet of rubber made like the flip-flop is pulled out using this dieboard. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
This is how flip flop straps are made
The straps are carefully cut one by one. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
August 3 was flip flop day!
August 3rd is Flip Flop Day in Japan https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
TSUKUMO strap production site
Strap molds and manufacturing method. This is how straps are made. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
Flip-flop strap mold
A 40 year old strap mold. I continue to use it with great care. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff