Shoes: made in Japan, sourced from Australia

High quality and extremely comfortable. Kangaroo leather, handmade in Japan.

Back in 2019, in Hakone, Japan – while browsing through a quirky little shop full of trendy and stylish items – I came across a pair of Spingle shoes. They immediately stood out: high-quality, sporty, and exceptionally comfortable. I wore that pair down to the very last thread. I held onto them for as long as I could, especially since they're not available where I live.

Spingle shoes are crafted from premium kangaroo leather, sourced directly from – where else – Australia. It's a material rarely used in the fashion industry, and with strict Australian regulations limiting the number of kangaroos that can be harvested for leather, these shoes are even more special and exclusive.

But beyond their rarity, what truly sets Spingle shoes apart is their quality. The leather is incredibly soft, and each pair is handmade with attention to detail and a great sense of design (check out this video from the company). Most importantly, they’re unbelievably comfortable. I must have walked thousands of kilometers in that first pair.

Due to their limited production, Spingle shoes are only available in a handful of physical stores located in Japan, Taiwan, the Philippines, and Singapore. If you're outside these countries, you can still shop online at Spingle’s global store. For most shoes, the shipping fee is already included in the price. However, keep in mind that your country may apply customs duties upon delivery.

Shipping is fairly quick, with most orders arriving within five days, as they’re shipped directly from Japan.
Of course, ordering shoes online always carries the risk that the fit may not be perfect. If that happens, you can return the shoes—but return shipping costs will need to be covered by you.

Prices start at around €230. While not exactly cheap, they offer excellent value for the craftsmanship, comfort, and quality you get in return.