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MOST COMFORTABLE SHOES EVER
"I'd add that these are the most comfortable shoes I've put on in years, especially since my spine operation."
Oobend® KyotoStep - Barefoot Shoes
Oobend® KyotoStep - Barefoot Shoes
Regular price
$69.99
Regular price
$69.99
Sale price
$140.00
Unit price
per
JPJapan Design|
<1% returns|
Small-batch
FREE gift over $90 - only for the first 100
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EXPRESS Shipping to the United States
Limited time sale discount applied automatically
Wrong size? We'll swap it for free. Give the first pair to charity and we'll ship you the right size. Learn more
What size should I choose?
Most customers find KyotoStep true to size. If your instep is high or your feet swell a little, go one full size up for the most comfortable fit.
Please note: KyotoStep is not built for widths beyond EE or for heavy swelling across the top of the foot. If that describes you, send us a message before you place your order.
Picked the wrong size? Donate that pair and we'll ship the correct one free of charge. Nothing to mail back, within 30 days.
Materials & Care
Upper: a premium Japan-Knit cotton weave drawing on Japanese textile craft — soft, flexible and kind to your feet on daily walks.
Insole: padded foam for comfort from morning to night and a stable step.
Outsole: light, long-lasting rubber made for safe, slip-resistant walking.
Care: safe for the washing machine. Let it dry in the air. Keep it out of the tumble dryer.
Shipping, Returns, Exchanges
US orders above $75 ship free.
Most orders leave our warehouse in 1-3 working days and reach you in 5-10 working days, depending on where you live.
Shop with peace of mind: every pair carries a 30-day money-back guarantee. Up to 30 days after your purchase, send your shoes back for a refund or swap them for another size.
Did I get the free socks?
Take a look at your cart — if the MagicStretch ankle socks are in it, they're yours.
They join your cart on their own once your order passes $90.
There are only 100 pairs in total, handed out in order of arrival. Not in your cart? They've all been claimed.
FREE Limited Travel Bag
Wellness Guide
Oobend® KyotoStep - Barefoot Shoes
Meet KyotoStep
The Softest Way to Walk Pain-Free
Soft. Stretchy. No Pinching.
It feels as if your feet are wrapped in marshmallows.
A soft Japan-Knit upper that flexes along with your foot instead of resisting it.
A roomy toe box that gives each toe space — bunions and all — to spread and breathe.
No pressure spots. No blisters. No cramped feeling.
It moves the way you do, never fighting you.
Walk Steady. Walk Confident
No sliding, no wavering, no worry.
Built like a performance tire — water channels, a diamond tread pattern and premium rubber hold you firmly to the floor.
With a flat, flexible sole, your feet sit low to the ground, so each step is felt and you stay in control.
It is the same sort of traction that keeps cars secure on wet roads, now under you.
Super Lightweight & Easy Slip-On
A single shoe, two ways to wear it.
Sport mode — for walks, shopping and all-day travel.
Chill mode — fold the heel down to use them as slippers, for quick trips out of bed or a dash to the mailbox.
No laces and no bending over. You won't need a second pair. So light you forget they're on. They pack flat in any suitcase.
All-Day Comfort That Doesn't Quit
At home. At the supermarket. At doctor visits. A single pair that handles your entire day.
Wear them with or without socks. Toss them in the washer whenever they need freshening up — they look like new afterwards.
A clean, simple look that goes with anything you own .Looks like a proper shoe. Feels like nothing at all.
Return with Impact
Our returns program makes getting the right size simple, and it also cuts down on waste.
Any shoes sent back through the program that are still in good condition are donated, passing the comfort on to another person.
Listen The Comment
Find out what other think of their new, extra-comfortable shoes.
★★★★★
PERFECT FOR NEUROPATHY & SWELLING!
“I'm in love with these shoes! My feet have neuropathy, and they swell when I stand too long. My feet are also very wide with a high instep. I'm amazed I can put on proper shoes rather than flip-flops all the way into winter.”
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LIGHTWEIGHT, FLEXIBLE & NON-SLIP!
“They fit like a glove! Very comfortable and light, and walking in them nearly feels barefoot. The non-slip grip is great, and I feel safe on every surface. I'm already planning another pair!”
Have questions? We have answers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Shop with confidence: every order comes with a money back guarantee that lasts 30 days. If you change your mind within that window, you can send your shoes back for a refund or swap them for another size.
We dispatch orders in 24–72 hours. Customers in the US usually get their shoes in 5–14 business days, while international orders generally take 6–17 business days.
Shipping is free on orders above $75.
For most people Oobend fits true to size. If your instep is high or your feet swell slightly, order one full size larger for the best fit.
⚠️Oobend isn't made for widths wider than EE or for severe swelling over the top of the foot. If that's you, send us a message before you order.
Ordered the wrong size? Donate that pair and we'll send the right one at no cost. Nothing to mail back, within 30 days.
Yes — gentle arch support built in, made to feel natural and never stiff. Customers with flat feet and arthritis regularly say Oobend is the only footwear they can walk in comfortably."
Want extra support?
- Heel pain / Plantar fasciitis → Pair with Heel Cushion Insoles
- Fallen arches / Flat feet → Pair with Arch Support Insoles
You can take the insole out completely to fit custom orthotics.
Usually, yes. The Japan-Knit upper keeps giving all day long, and the wide toe box leaves room for your toes to fan out.
If you have swelling, order one full size larger. ⚠️ Not suited to EEE+ widths or severe swelling on top of the foot, so message us first.
Yes — that is exactly what Oobend was made for. Its soft Japan-Knit upper is free of inner seams, pressure straps or spots that pinch.
⚠️ With severe neuropathy, open foot wounds or diabetic ulcers, please check with your podiatrist first.
Yes — made like a performance tire. Water channels, a diamond tread and premium rubber hold you down on wet tile.
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♙ Patricia Verified
I gave them a try, hoping they might finally be the right shoe. I wear them with my cane, and my husband and son tell me I now stand almost upright when I walk, with no more hunching over.
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♙ Anonymous
My Magical Shoes neuropathy & heel spurs Goone!
I'm a big fan of your shoes. I own three pairs and a fourth is coming. I wouldn't change anything about how they're made.
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♙ Jefrog Verified
these shoes changed everything.
These shoes are incredible! They have truly changed things for me and my plantar fasciitis.
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♙ Nicole J. Verified
Excellent quality shoe for walking
Excellent quality, and just what I needed for walking outdoors. Wide enough, comfy and perfect.
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♙ Barbara M. Verified
A real difference
I noticed an improvement from the day they arrived. My balance had been giving me trouble.
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♙ Brunnermancy
I'd love more shoes that feel like this!
They're so comfy that I could wear them around the clock.