White Cotton Tabi Split-Toe Socks

Japanese Traditional · 1960s · Japanese

These traditional Japanese tabi socks feature the characteristic split-toe construction that separates the big toe from the other four toes, designed to be worn with traditional footwear like geta or zori. Made from white cotton fabric, they extend to mid-ankle height with a fitted silhouette that follows the contours of the foot and lower leg. The construction shows clean seaming along the sides and back, with the distinctive toe separation created through careful pattern-making and stitching. The fabric appears to be a medium-weight cotton with a smooth finish, typical of mid-20th century Japanese textile production when traditional garments were being manufactured using modern techniques.