Since 1873, every pair of MOONSTAR has been made by hand in the Japanese city of Kurume using traditional methods. The robust canvas fabric is covered with fine rubber, which is fixed using the rare Ka-Ryu process (vulcanization): Each shoe is "baked" in the oven at 120°C for 70 minutes. The characteristic sole is flexible, durable, water and dirt repellent. It makes every MOONSTAR unique and gives it longevity.