rajapintakutsuilla
Rajapintakutsuilla, also known as "court shoes" or "high court shoes," are a traditional style of footwear historically worn by nobility and high-ranking officials in Japan, particularly during the Edo period (1603–1868). These shoes were designed to be worn indoors, especially in formal settings such as castles, palaces, and official residences, where bare feet or zōri (traditional sandals) were considered inappropriate for elite status.
The term *rajapintakutsu* (羅紗平履) translates roughly to "silk flat shoes," reflecting their primary materials and design. They
Rajapintakutsu were primarily worn by men, though women of high status might also use similar footwear in
Today, rajapintakutsu are considered historical artifacts rather than everyday footwear. They are occasionally featured in traditional