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Tabio

Basic information

Country
Japan
Founded
1968

Overview

Tabio is a premium sock brand developed by Tabio Co., Ltd., a Japanese sock manufacturer and retailer founded by Naomasa Ochi in 1968. Centered on traditional craftsmanship, a “handmade sensibility,” and “making products that engage the five senses,” the brand focuses on legwear such as socks, tights, and stockings. It is committed to Made in Japan production and has a store network in Japan and overseas.

Concept

Tabio was created as a premium brand targeting markets around the world. Drawing on the traditional craftsmanship and “handmade sensibility” that have been central to its vision since its founding, as well as “making products that engage the five senses,” Tabio is creating a new vision for socks and setting out on a path toward further evolution, much as socks once evolved from tabi. At present, from the perspective of Japan, awareness of socks remains low, and only a small number of people pay attention to them as a fashion item. Starting with London, UK, Tabio aims to bring people around the world the true appeal and enjoyment of socks, with the pride of challenging the fixed notion that socks are disposable items.

Tagline

Our motto is to deliver the most perfect sock to the world.

Sub-brands

  • Tabio MEN 1968

    A men’s specialist line derived from Tabio. Conceived at the company’s founding as a men’s sock brand, it is centered on classic long hose and comprises three categories: dress, traditional, and casual. While Tabio focuses primarily on premium offerings for women, this line is responsible for an assortment and services optimized for men’s attire and needs, including initial embroidery. Within the group, it is positioned as the specialist in men’s socks.

    A core men’s sock line dedicated exclusively to men

  • TABIO SPORTS 2006

    A sports-focused line derived from Tabio. It applies the quality and technology of a sock specialist specifically to sports, and is designed to follow movement during exercise, help prevent foot-related problems, and provide wearing conditions that allow users to focus on their activity. It offers series tailored to different sports and uses, including running, golf, trail running, trekking, kids, and business, and is also available through the store networks of Tabio and Tabio MEN, serving as an offering in the functional product category.

    Sports legwear specialized by sport

  • TABIO LEG LABO 2011

    A functional legwear line derived from Tabio. Based on the concept “Beautiful feet without strain,” it emphasizes a fit designed to reduce fatigue even during extended wear. It aims to address the “tight and uncomfortable” feel often associated with conventional functional legwear by selectively and gradually controlling the knit structure. Its series include inner socks, acupressure, compression, sleep, and room wear, extending Tabio’s focus beyond fashion proposals toward care and conditioning.

    A line specializing in comfort and care functions