The gents from Yuketen came in to remind the OCLA staff of the wonderful intricacies that make their shoes truly special. Ryan and Yusuke showed us the different styles of hand-stitched moccasins and boots, all made in a small workshop in Maine. To them, their shoes are more than just a simple foot covering. Their hand-sewn leather (a rare craft in shoe-making these days!) is given the utmost thought and consideration. Read their answers to our q's below!

RYAN
Astrological sign: Capricorn
I aspire to dress as well as: James Brown – the hardest working man in show-business
Favorite secret spot in LA: The Palos Verdes cliffs
Favorite Food: Shabu-shabu
Currently obsessed with: Finding a great sounding low-wattage tube amp combo
One can never go wrong wearing: Grandad’s finest.

YUSUKE
Astrological sign: Taurus
I aspire to dress as well as: Hiroyuki Yagisawa (Cassidy)
Favorite secret spot in LA: My balcony
Favorite Food: Korean BBQ
Currently obsessed with: The Koobas, an English beat group from teh 60s
One can never go wrong wearing: A Zuni bracelet and a 62’ Timex Marlin.

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