Geta are wooden footwear.
As such, they can get scratched or chipped if bumped while being used for an extended period.
With wooden cups or plates, it might be easy to imagine that "they can chip because they're made of wood."
However, in the case of geta, perhaps because they are perceived as footwear, many people are surprised, saying, "I didn't know they could chip."
Yet, since they are made of wood, it is natural for them to show scratches or chips, regardless of the wood type.
The Charm of Wood
Wooden products change their appearance with use.
On the other hand, they can also get scratched or chipped.
This is by no means a quality issue, but rather a characteristic unique to natural materials.
At mizutori, to help you understand these characteristics, we send information about repairs along with our products.
That wood is a material that can chip.
And that it can be worn for a long time by repairing it.
We want to convey both of these points.
Using Them for a Long Time Through Repairs
mizutori has offered repair services since its launch.
We strive to enable you to wear your geta for as long as possible through services like sole rubber replacement, scratch repair, chip restoration, and hanao (thong) replacement.
To be honest, repairs are more labor-intensive than manufacturing a new pair of geta.
This is because the condition of damage varies with each pair, requiring us to consider the optimal method for each case.
Nevertheless, we continue to offer repairs because we are delighted by customers who feel, "I want to wear them even if they need to be fixed."
Cultivating Attachment
Geta that have been worn for a long time develop a unique comfort for the wearer.
The feel of the hanao that has conformed to your foot, and the time spent with them, are not something you can immediately gain from a new pair.
Even when repair costs approach the price of a new pair, some people still choose to repair them.
I believe there is an attachment there that cannot be measured by price alone.
Options for Long-Term Wear
Geta are not disposable footwear.
Wear them, repair them, and wear them again.
This accumulation of time fosters an attachment to a single pair.
