Shokunin Musubi / Ehime 🍊 We are developing new products with craftsmen in Ehime Prefecture. We will expand the possibilities of traditional crafts in Ehime Prefecture.
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[From Ehime] Upcycling Iyokan juice residue into a new material, 'Iyokan Artificial Leather'. Room Sabo (indoor shoes) commercialized jointly with a long-established sandal maker will be launched on April 16
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Published Apr 16, 2026 12:20 PM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 5:11 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES
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- Ehime's 'Shokunin Musubi' has developed 'Iyokan Artificial Leather' by upcycling discarded Iyokan juice residue.
- They are launching room sabo shoes jointly developed with a traditional sandal maker on April 16.
Ehime's 'Shokunin Musubi' has developed 'Iyokan Artificial Leather' by upcycling discarded Iyokan juice residue. They are launching room sabo shoes jointly developed with a traditional sandal maker on April 16.
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FAQ
What kind of residue is being upcycled into 'Iyokan Artificial Leather'?
Iyokan juice residue is being upcycled into a new material called 'Iyokan Artificial Leather'.
What product has been commercialized with a sandal maker?
Room Sabo (indoor shoes) have been commercialized jointly with a long-established sandal maker.
When is the launch date for the Room Sabo indoor shoes?
The Room Sabo (indoor shoes) will be launched on April 16.
With whom is Shokunin Musubi developing new products in Ehime Prefecture?
Shokunin Musubi is developing new products with craftsmen in Ehime Prefecture.
What is the aim regarding traditional crafts in Ehime Prefecture?
The aim is to expand the possibilities of traditional crafts in Ehime Prefecture.
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