Discovering the Unique Charms of Made-in-Japan Leather Shoes: A Look at 9 Japanese Brands

Japanese leather shoes brand (7) “REGAL” – A long-established company that represents Japan since its establishment in Meiji era

REGAL” is a long-established brand that has supported Japan’s shoe culture for over 100 years. The company’s leather shoes, made by actively adopting manufacturing methods from the United Kingdom, the leading country for leather shoes, have won high acclaim for their functionality, which is gentle on the feet and does not tire the wearer. The brand is widely recognized as a staple brand for Japanese businessmen. The secret behind the brand’s popularity is its reasonable price, which starts at around 20,000 yen.

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REGAL Square toe, U-tip with outside shuttlecock

A pair of U-tip shoes suitable for the Japanese business scene. They feature a stylish and edgy square last silhouette. It is expected to work well not only with suit styles but also with jackets. The glossy upper leather has a wonderful texture.

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Japanese leather shoes brand 8 “SHETLAND FOX” – REGAL’s upper brand revived in 2009

The concept of “How close can we come to British shoes? In 2009, REGAL revived the “Shetland Fox” upper line, which was originally developed by Nihon Seiko in the 1980s under the concept of “a Japanese-made shoe brand for Japanese people, without being misled by the brand. The standard line is priced in the 40,000-yen range, and the premium Kensington series is priced in the 50,000-yen range.

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Japanese leather shoes brand ⑨ “CENTRAL” – Made in Asakusa with shining craftsmanship

Central Shoes” is a long-established factory manufacturer that has been making men’s shoes in Asakusa since its establishment in 1949. The company has only been involved in OEM manufacturing for SANYOYAMACHO and other companies, but in 2012, it launched its first in-house brand, ” CENTRAL. The brand was created in collaboration with World Footwear Gallery, facilitated by young employees of Central Shoes.

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