Para Waraji Сандал by Maki Izawa is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 A' Design Award Коло байгеси in Бут кийим, Туфли жана Өтүктөр Дизайны Competition Category.

КолоБут кийим· 2023

Para Waraji Сандал

by Maki Izawa

Client: Maki Izawa Design Studio

A' Design Award Коло байгеси Winner in Бут кийим Category

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The Design

About Para Waraji Сандал

Согуш жана экстремалдуу аба ырайынан улам дүйнө энергетикалык жана азык-түлүк кризисине кабылууда. Пара Варажи алдын алуу жана тынч жана коопсуз күнүмдүк жашоону жакшыртуу үчүн концепция катары түзүлгөн. WARAJI — жапондордун самандан жасалган салттуу бут кийими, аны карапайым калк жана самурайлар кийчү. Бул ийгилик алып келет жана тумар жана тумар катары коргоону сунуш кылат деп ишенишкен. Пара Варажи - күчтүү жана бышык парашют жиби менен токулган Варажи сандал. Ал бутту коргойт, бирок ошондой эле өзгөчө кырдаалдарда жип, жараны багуу, өрт өчүргүч, тиш жиби катары колдонуу үчүн токулган жипти чечип, ар тараптуу курал катары кызмат кылат.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Коло байгеси

Para Waraji Сандал – A' Design Award Коло байгесинин жеңүүчүсү, чыгармачылыгы, тапкычтыгы жана зээндүүлүгү менен айырмаланган сонун дизайндарга берилген жогорку бедели бар таануу. Коло жеңүүчүлөр – жетиштүү чеберчиликтүү жана таасирдүү чыгармачыл туундулар, алар авторлорунун бай тажрыйбасын, элестетүүсүн жана тапкычтыгын ырастайт. Para Waraji Сандал жогору бааланган, суктанууга жана сүйүүгө татыган буюм, өзгөчө кесипкөй жана жаңычыл болот деп күтүлөт. Бул Коло байгени жеңген дизайн искусство, илим, дизайн жана технологиядагы мыкты практиканы камтыйт жана майда-чүйдөсүнө көңүл бургандыгы менен мыкты. Para Waraji Сандал муктаждыкты сонун канааттандырат, каалоого тийет, сезимдерди арбайт жана кызыгууну козгойт.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Para Waraji is a Waraji sandal woven with Parachute Cord.
Waraji is a traditional Japanese footwear made of straw that used to be worn by commoners and samurai in the past. Traditional Japanese Waraji have been believed to offer protection and ward off evil spirits as amulets or talismans. They were thought to protect their feet and keep away bad luck and disasters. Para Waraji is a fusion of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and modern technology.
Dimensions & Packaging: Made to fit the size of each foot.
Para Waraji are lightweight, soft, and comfortable on the foot, giving a sensation as if you are walking barefoot. Feet are well protected while sensations in the toes and soles are strengthened, blood circulation is improved, and the footwear is health-conscious, reducing foot fatigue without stressing the feet.
Tags: #design, #lifestyle, #preparation, #tokyo, #product, #productdesign, #waraji, #japandesign, #japan, #paracord, #traditional crafts, #parawaraji, #designer, #art, #makiizawa
Production Technology: Para Waraji is woven using 4mm paracord.
Paracord is a lightweight nylon rope originally developed for suspending military parachutes. Paracord is strong, durable, flexible and abrasion resistant.

It is made of a kernmantle construction, meaning it has a strong inner core surrounded by a woven outer sheath.
It is available in a wide range of colors and patterns.

Para Waraji are designed to wrap around the ankle through small loops on the left and right sides and long loops on the heel, so they fit securely around the sole of the foot and are very easy to walk in.
Design Challenge: Waraji craftsmen are getting older, and the number of people weaving straw sandals is decreasing.I had a hard finding people who would make them.I would also like to carry out activities to protect the wonderful traditional craftsmen of Japan.
Research: Para Waraji are a fusion of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and modern technology.

A material of outstanding durability and versatility, paracord adds strength and functionality to the traditional waraji design.

The intricate weave patterns and color combinations of paracord reflect the attention to detail and aesthetic sensibilities that characterize Japanese design.

The result is a unique and practical footwear that embodies a spirit of innovation and respect for tradition.
Inspiration: The world is currently facing various issues including energy and food crises due to war, extreme weather, and natural disasters. Para Waraji was born as an idea that incorporates the idea of prevention to spend every day calmly and safely. Para Waraji is a Waraji sandal woven with a very strong and durable parachute cord. It not only protects the feet in everyday life, but also serves as a versatile tool in emergencies by untying the woven cord to use as a rope for wound care, hemostasis, fire starting, and dental floss, providing assistance in various aspects of daily life during emergencies.
Project Duration: The project started in September 2022 in Japan.
It was exhibited in Tokyo in October 2022.
It was exhibited in Osaka in December 2022.
Operation Flow: Para Waraji are designed to wrap around the ankle through small loops on the left and right sides and long loops on the heel, so they fit securely around the sole of the foot and are very easy to walk in.

There is a basic way to tie a Para Waraji, but the strings can be tied in any way you like, so you can change the impression to suit your mood.