— A Pair That Wraps the “Shadow” Within Human Beauty and Imperfection —

Human hearts are both beautiful and imperfect.
Anger, sorrow, envy, despair—
where there is light, there is always a shadow.

Gashadokuro is said to be a giant skeleton formed from the lingering thoughts
of those who died with deep regret.
Within it resides the very emotions humans struggle to hold.

This piece reimagines the crossing of two legends—
Taki-Yasha Hime and Gashadokuro—
as depicted in Edo-period ukiyo-e,
and transforms them into a contemporary artwork.
Rather than fearing sorrow or anger,
it embraces the depth and weight of human emotion.

For this model,
the traditional ukiyo-e artwork is directly incorporated into the design of the tabi shoe,
expressed in a unified palette of black and red.
It pairs easily with everyday wardrobes,
adding a subtle yet striking edge
even to simple, minimalist outfits.

Created with the hope that wearing it
will help you transform your own shadows into strength,
this limited edition model symbolizes
the duality of the human soul—light and shadow.

Product Details

Size: 22.0 – 29.0 cm

Production:
Made-to-order, fully handcrafted by skilled artisans.
Please allow approximately 4 weeks for delivery after ordering.