Andante is a bespoke shoemaker that creates elegant shoes that combine the functionality of orthopedic shoes intended for medical purposes with aesthetic beauty. Based on the philosophy that their house style is their unique last (shoe mold) created by thoroughly analyzing the anatomical approach that is fundamental to orthopedic shoemaking, they offer bespoke shoes using "Orthopedic Last" making, which involves making the last from the foot mold, utilizing orthopedic shoemaking techniques and the attention to detail unique to Japanese craftsmanship.

A trunk show featuring Yusuke Yamaki, owner and shoemaker, and Takako Yamaki, shoemaker, from the brand which has a store and workshop in Kyoto, will be held on December 18th (Sat) and 19th (Sun) at the Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store, 2nd floor, Personal Order Salon. The new travel shoes that will be featured, created in response to changing fashion trends, are light and soft, yet surprisingly three-dimensional when you put them on. Don't miss these two precious days to experience the philosophy of Andante.

Bespoke shoes – Unique last (shoe mold) making using plaster casts of the foot.

Andante's bespoke shoemaking prioritizes the space shared with each customer, offering meticulous consultations that address the individuality of each person, creating a collaborative experience between the maker and the wearer. Their unique lasts (shoe molds), developed through a thorough analysis of the functional anatomical approach that forms the basis of orthopedic shoemaking techniques, are produced using a unique method of taking a plaster cast of the customer's foot.


By creating a custom last (shoe mold) for each customer, a three-dimensional fit and a refined form are achieved.
Andante's elegant shoes combine functionality derived from expertise in orthopedic footwear, including functional anatomy, with aesthetic beauty that brings out the unique characteristics of each customer's foot shape.

We listen to our customers' concerns about their feet and bodies, observe their footwork, posture, and walking habits, and can offer suggestions that extend beyond just their feet to their entire body proportions.

New travel shoes "iter" - the superior quality and comfort only a bespoke shoemaker can offer.

Amidst the changing trends in fashion, the new travel shoes, named "iter" (meaning "journey" in Latin), were created. While they have a light and soft construction reminiscent of Belgian shoes, they are surprisingly three-dimensional when you put them on, providing a level of comfort close to that of Andante's bespoke shoes.


You can choose your preferred size, material, and design. We offer a variety of suede and peccary leather materials, carefully selected for their comfort and suitability.

Travel shoes, which can be incorporated into suits and jacket styles to create a fresh look for your feet, are a must-have item right now, so we highly recommend you try them out.

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