Since its debut in 2003, JALAN SRIWIJAYA has continued to gain strong support in the men's shoe Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building B1F, as a high-quality business shoe that appeals to a wide range of ages, from shoe-loving gentlemen to young men choosing it as their "first pair of leather shoes." The reason for its popularity is undoubtedly the good balance between quality and price. We delve into the secrets of JALAN SRIWIJAYA JALAN SRIWIJAYA , which can provide high-quality shoes that fit Japanese feet while staying on trend and offering them with speed.

Why you can buy high-quality Goodyear welted men's shoes for around 30,000 yen

JALAN SRIWIJAYA was founded in 2003 by the second-generation owner of a shoe factory established in Indonesia. He trained in Northampton, England, a mecca for shoemaking, and studied leather production in France. Indonesia has a thriving shoemaking and leather industry, and the brand name JALAN SRIWIJAYA is said to be derived from the name of the street in front of the president's house.

Mr. Nakamura of GMT.Inc, the distributor of the brand, explains, "Shoes can be broadly divided into British, Italian, and American styles, but JALAN SRIWIJAYA , including the Goodyear welt construction, is definitely rooted in British shoes. We are often asked why we can sell shoes of this quality for around 30,000 yen, and the reasons are that they are produced in Indonesia, where exchange rates fluctuate less, we purchase a large amount of leather from Europe, and the tariffs on shoes. All of these factors combined contribute to the excellent cost performance."

The "No. 11120" last is designed to fit the feet of Japanese businessmen.

Mr. Nakamura, who has experience working in sales at the men's shoe department on the first basement floor of Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building , cites the advantages of JALAN SRIWIJAYA , including its original last (shoe mold) designed to fit Japanese feet, the quality of the leather used for the upper, and the meticulous Goodyear welt construction.

Straight tip shoes 30,240 yen

This straight-tip shoe with closed lacing, a bestseller and long-time seller at Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building perfectly encapsulates the appeal of the Goodyear welt construction method, which is the Indonesian factory's specialty. The last used is the original No. 11120, developed to suit the characteristics of Japanese feet, and its comfortable fit is immediately noticeable. Furthermore, the upper uses leather from Annonay and Dupuy, world-renowned tanneries representing Europe, and customers have commented on the excellent stretch and contraction of the leather when worn and stepped on.

Straight tip shoes 30,240 yen

Punch cap 32,400 yen

The straight-tip shoe with open lacing that debuted last year uses the same "No. 11120" last. It has been a hit since its release and has already become a staple. This spring, a new model will be released that retains the same open-lacing design, but with added medallion detailing on the toe and perforations.

Furthermore, a key feature of JALAN SRIWIJAYA shoes is that the area of cork used in the insole, a characteristic of the Goodyear welt construction, is wider than in typical shoes made with this method. This results in better cushioning and breathability, which is another attractive feature.

"I recommend the medium brown color, which is perfect for wearing in spring and summer," says Nakamura.

Semi-brogue shoes 34,560 yen

New arrivals perfect for both casual and formal occasions are also available.

"The new semi-brogue is definitely a shoe that we want you to wear both on and off duty," says Nakamura. While the long-selling straight-tip shoe uses a Dainite sole that can be worn even on rainy days, this semi-brogue has a leather sole, and the compression ratio has been intentionally loosened to enhance flexibility, so its excellent bending ability is a key feature.

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