Established in 1873, Moonstar is a historic Japanese footwear manufacturer based in Kurume, Fukuoka Prefecture. The Japanese footwear brand has over a century of manufacturing heritage, known for producing durable and comfortable shoes designed for long-lasting wear.
Their Kurume Factory still retails the rare, traditional Japanese manufacturing capabilities, notably the vulcanization method. Shoes are fired in a kiln at 120°C (248°F) for 70 minutes—a process similar to firing Japanese pottery Moonstar footwear is valued for its reliable build quality, functional design and timeless aesthetic, sitting at the intersection of heritage craftsmanship and contemporary everyday wear.
