Total Care, The Akaishi Difference!

AKAISHI was established in Shizuoka, Japan in 1964 (the same prefecture as the famous icon, Mt. Fuji). AKAISHI started in the material processing industry and eventually transitioned to manufacturing products for foot conditions/disorder care. The insoles for hallux valgus and plantar fasciitis were highly rated among healthcare professionals and their success led to the development of sandals. Today, research and development for these products is performed based on anatomy, kinesiology, and podiatry. AKAISHI conducts these research and development activities with the Movement and Neuromuscular Research Center at the Niigata University of Health and Welfare under the guidance of professors who are authority figures in the fields of kinesiology and functional anatomy.

Most sandals are made either flat or with very little arch support. “Custom” sandals are only custom fitted to support the arch. The advantage that AKAISHI provides is Total Foot Care. Total Foot Care involves working to diminish or prevent foot pain, weary feet, and foot deformations. Simply improving an arch support will not solve these problems. Foot problems can only truly be solved when posture, the bone structure of the foot, and gait (way of walking) are collectively improved. There are many issues that need to be addressed. The functionality of arch support, securing the metatarsus, spreading of the toes, improving posture, and providing support for kick-up during walking are all integrated into the design of each line of AKAISHI sandals.