a sock with a separation for the big toe; worn with thong sandals by the Japanese

Type of sock with a split between the toes to enable wearing of sandals (zöri)

A Japanese sock with a split for the large toe so that sandals can be worn and the feet are covered. See Geta.

Split-toed sock

Tabi (足袋) are traditional Japanese socks. Ankle high and with a separation between the big toe and other toes, they are worn by both men and women with zori, geta, and other traditional thonged footwear. Tabi are also essential with traditional clothing—kimono and other wafuku.