The way the straps are attached has remained the same for 70 years. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
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The straps for the flip flops are ready！
It’s white and I’m careful not to get it dirty. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
Six lines on the strap.
The six line pattern is a feature of Japanese made flip flops. The six lines are a feature of TSUKUMO, the only company that still manufac tures flip-flops in Japan. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
The six lines are the proof that it was made in Japan.
The Japanese flip flops have six lines on the strap. https://en.tsukumo2013.co.jp/stuff
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