Talk:Geta (footwear)

While
the traditional saying noted at the bottom of the page is interesting, a reference for it and the original japanese form would be more encyclopaedic. Is it possible the author could provide such information?

Add Stub Template?
This article is quite short compared to the versions of it in other languages. Should I add a stub template? A Max J 17:01, 4 December 2005 (UTC)

Wait, doesn't the thong go between the second and third toes, not first and second as "how to spot a jap" would suggest?

No, between the first and second toes is correct. Due to the equal lengths of the straps on each side and the path around the outside of the foot being longer, the foot tends to sit at a slight angle on the sole. That is with the heel towards the inside and the toes facing outwards a bit. This actually improves walking ease as most people walk with their feet pointed slightly outwards while allowing the straight teeth on the geta to walk forwards. 75.69.160.252 00:53, 18 August 2007 (UTC)

outside shoes
Not worn inside the house? Article should clarify. Johnbod 18:13, 25 May 2007 (UTC)
 * That would be redundant, in Japan all shoes are worn outside only. --  Atama sama  21:40, 30 October 2007 (UTC)

not clear
why are the shoes elevated so high? that's one of the most distinct features of the shoes, yet the article does not explain this at all. -134.84.102.195 04:57, 2 December 2007 (UTC)


 * I saw a slideshow once, by an American who spent some time in Japan, and among the slides were him wearing geta while performing some outdoor task. He commented that he learned to appreciate the practicality of these shoes in keeping you out of the mud. I wish I had asked some questions. I would think the "teeth" would stick deep into mud rather than keeping you above it, but apparently not. Perhaps someone with some experience with these shoes can comment? --Ericjs (talk) 01:03, 25 April 2009 (UTC)

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 * Ah, there is a more complete answer here: "Raised geta keep the wearer’s feet and clothing up off the ground. In the time when geta were commonly worn, streets were unpaved so were dusty and muddy and people didn’t want to ruin their kimonos. Another advantage is because the ground contact area is very small, when walking through puddles, they don’t splash as much." --Ericjs (talk) 01:12, 25 April 2009 (UTC)

What I don't understand is why the center of gravity so far back, are you suppose to keep it even while you walk or lean forward? I think this is rather important info since it's you can't understand it's function otherwise. 50.99.131.84 (talk) 05:56, 11 October 2012 (UTC)

popular culture
jiraya from naruto wears geta, should that be included? 71.161.60.108 (talk) 04:29, 22 March 2008 (UTC)
 * No. Tenmiles (talk) 06:11, 21 September 2008 (UTC)

usage directions plz?
how does one walk in these without falling over? i think this page deserves that much! Murakumo-Elite (talk) 07:33, 9 May 2008 (UTC)


 * I would imagine one learns, simply by wearing them and getting a feel for them. I doubt they come with specific instructions on how to move your feet that could be included here.--Ericjs (talk) 01:05, 25 April 2009 (UTC)


 * They're really not difficult. Left, right, left, right, generally gets you where you want to go. The one tooth Tengu variety do take some practice, especially the art of standing still. Humans are quite adaptable; you'll see people walking in high heels, zooming along on wheeled and bladed skates, dancing around on their toes, and walking on tight-ropes and stilts.Georget99 (talk) 23:33, 25 April 2010 (UTC)

resemblance to a platter for serving food?
i've seen wooden trays referred to as "sushi geta". Sure, the word is the same, but are the objects related in any way? (besides, you know, being made of wood) Mang (talk) 06:34, 25 February 2013 (UTC)

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Athletic version
There is an athletic version with just one tooth per shoe called the Getta (two ts) that is shorter.

Nantucketnoon (talk) 16:03, 3 July 2019 (UTC)