Monday, October 12 is Sports Day, a national holiday in Japan.
With a long weekend ahead, the crisp autumn air makes it tempting to simply step outside.
Less about exercise, more about enjoying the walk itself —
the kind of unhurried stroll the Japanese word "sampo" describes.
From NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSHITA's walking socks, the SAMPO series,
here are three pairs to keep you company on your autumn outings.
What Is SAMPO?
SAMPO is a series of walking socks from NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSHITA, a brand guided by the wish to make your day extraordinary and by always thinking of the person wearing them.
Whether a walk is long or short, comfort underfoot shapes how the whole day feels.
Cushioning, texture, the character of each material —
every detail is chosen with the walker's feet in mind.
No set destination, no pace to keep.
We'd like to be the socks that stay close to those moments.
Choosing Your Pair for the Day
Autumn mornings and evenings can be cool, while afternoons may turn warm enough to work up a sweat.
Choosing your socks to match the place, the distance, and the weather is part of the fun.
💡 Which Pair for Which Walk
- A relaxed stroll through town: Cotton Cashmere Walking Socks
- Cool mornings and evenings, parks and trails: Wool Pile Trail Socks
- Warmer, sunnier days: Linen Cotton Pile Anklet
Three SAMPO Pairs for Autumn Walks
Three pairs from the SAMPO series, to choose by distance and destination.
Pick a favorite, and perhaps wander a little farther than usual.
01: Cotton Cashmere Walking Socks
Made for walking, with a cushioned sole pile woven from cotton blended with cashmere.
The cashmere blend helps ease stuffiness and chill caused by moisture, and the soft, supple feel lasts through repeated wear.
Supportive elastic at the sole and ankle keeps them in place on longer walks, making them an easy companion for strolling through town or running errands.
Wearable in every season, in Light Gray, Black, and Lake Blue.
02: Wool Pile Trail Socks
A blend of high-quality merino wool and polyester, made to be moisture-wicking and durable for hiking and long walks.
As the air cools, they suit days spent in the park or along a trail. The soft pile wraps your feet gently with every step.
Available in Ivory, Light Gray, and Charcoal, plus this season's color, Pier Yellow, a quiet touch of the season at your feet.
03: Linen Cotton Pile Anklet
Soft cotton on the outside, crisp linen pile against the skin.
Linen releases heat and moisture quickly, keeping your feet light and dry on sunny days, or whenever a walk works up a sweat.
Pair them with sneakers for an easy stroll. Available in Charcoal, Light Gray, and Lake Blue, to blend in with everyday outfits.
Walk wherever the day takes you.
May your autumn walks be full of easy, unhurried steps.
