# Traditional Indigo-Dyed Japanese Sandals The 'Japan Blue' Geta Sandals are Comfy and Functional By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-02-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japan-blue-geta-sandals References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/setta-inspired-by-traditional-japanese-sandals-08-02-2022/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/enn-living-works/japan-blue-cushion-sandals) The '[Japan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golf-shoe1) Blue' geta sandals are a multifunctional footwear style that follow on the traditional design of Japanese shoes and will provide wearers with a versatile option to don on a daily basis. The sandals are paired with [indigo-dyed material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/u1500ji) across the upper foot section and the thong, which provides a rich keep color as well as functional properties like anti-odor properties. The sandals are constructed with a [memory foam cushion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recovery-slides) within along with a flexible sole and a non-slip grip outsole to make them suited for wear around the house or out of the home. The 'Japan Blue' geta sandals maintain a timeless design that is constructed to enhance ease of use when walking to maximize wearer comfort. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Indigo-dye Textiles:** Opportunity to develop sustainable, functional and stylish clothing items. - **Multifunctional Footwear:** Design and develop comfortable and versatile footwear for daily wear. - **Traditional Designs with Modern Features:** Opportunity to fuse heritage designs with modern technology and features. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Develop and produce footwear with sustainable, comfortable and versatile features. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Design and produce clothing items with sustainable and functional indigo-dyed fabrics. - **Home and Lifestyle Products:** Incorporate traditional designs in modern products with functional features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Japanese Geta-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bailey-hikawa.md) - [Versatile Handmade Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmade-sandals.md) - [Ergonomic Scan-to-Print Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobarefoot-vivobiome-tabi-gen-01-sandal.md) - [Neutral Urban Summer Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinjuku-sandal.md) - [Split-Toe Barefoot Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobiome-tabi-gen-01-sandal.md) - [Lifestyle Foam-Based Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-sandal.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Cruelty-Free Slip-On Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-sandals.md) - [Ergonomic 3D-Printed Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-flip-flops.md)