8/3/2005

Steve lived in Japan with his military family and was given a pair of geta (traditional Japanese sandal) by a friend. When he got back in the US, he decided to share his love of the geta with the world. He created Mudflap Mfg. Co., and created a unique variation on the geta. Simply put, Mudflaps add foam and rubber over and under the original wooden geta, and give it a western touch, while keeping the very cool look of the traditional design.

The site has been last updated in 2003, so I am not sure if they are still in business. But since they seem to be making these sandals the old fashion way, and out of love rather than on a large scale, I am sure you can still order some ($19.99 a pair).

More about it (and more photos) on JapaneseGeta.com and the official site.