👠 Japanese Office Shoes on Rakuten Japan: 6 Women’s Shoe Brands for Work — Flats, Mary Janes & Loafers from S$52 (with Shipping Guide)
📌 TL;DR
・6 Japanese office shoe brands: LE TALON, ODETTE E ODILE, shop kilakila, Launa lea, RANDA and EVOL, all sold on Rakuten Japan. From flats and Mary Janes to loafers and 3cm low-heel pumps, each brand comes with one editor-picked pair, with reference prices from S$52 to S$151.
・Buy&Ship’s double offer this October: a ¥500-off-¥5,000 coupon on Rakuten Japan (first 2,500 orders, up to 4 uses per member, valid through October) — all 6 picks cost over ¥5,000, so every pair qualifies. Use 4 coupons in October and you also get a “Rakuten S$3 Special Shipping Discount Coupon”.
・What to look for: Japanese brands focus on soft uppers, cushioned insoles and wide fits. Sizes are listed in centimetres, and some styles come in 4E wide fit and sizes SS to LL. A size guide and FAQ are at the end.
・How to ship it: Rakuten Japan and Rakuten Fashion stores don’t ship to Singapore, so you’ll need to send your order to Buy&Ship’s Japan warehouse first and have it forwarded on — the 10-step guide is at the end of this article.
Wearing shoes all day at work calls for comfort and a polished look in equal measure. Japanese women’s shoe brands are known for being easy on the feet — soft uppers, cushioned insoles and sizing in 0.5cm steps, with many styles also offered in wide fits and larger sizes, which suits Asian feet better than many Western brands. Rakuten Japan and Rakuten Fashion bring together official stores for LE TALON, ODETTE E ODILE, RANDA and more, and with Buy&Ship’s Japan forwarding service you can bring home styles that are hard to find in Singapore.
This article introduces 6 Japanese office shoe brands, and for each one the editor has picked a pair that suits the office and costs over ¥5,000, so every pair can use Buy&Ship’s exclusive ¥500 coupon. You’ll find reference prices, a comparison table, a size guide and a shipping tutorial to make the most of this October’s Japan shopping offer.
Contents (click to jump)
→ Buy&Ship x Rakuten Japan October Exclusive Offers
→ Why Japanese Office Shoes? 3 Things to Know
→ Editor’s Picks: 6 Japanese Shoe Brands for Work
→ Comparison: All 6 Picks
→ Where to Buy: What You Need to Know
→ Shopping Tutorial: How to Shop Rakuten JP & Ship to Singapore
→ FAQ
Buy&Ship x Rakuten Japan October Exclusive Offers
| Buy&Ship x Rakuten Japan Exclusive Offer 1 | Details |
|---|---|
| Promotion type | Rakuten Japan Marketplace shopping coupon |
| Valid | 2026/10/01 00:00 – 2026/10/31 23:59 (Japan time) *Note: times shown are Japan time, 1 hour ahead of Singapore time |
| Minimum spend | Spend ¥5,000 in a single order to get ¥500 off |
| Eligible stores | Over 50,000 stores on Rakuten Japan Marketplace |
| Terms | Limited to the first 2,500 eligible orders, while available 💡 Up to 4 uses per Rakuten member Stackable with Rakuten points, applied after the minimum spend is met Cannot be combined with other coupons If an order is cancelled, the coupon is returned to your account Only valid on Rakuten Japan orders shipped to a Buy&Ship Japan warehouse address. |
| Coupon link | Click to Claim |
| Buy&Ship x Rakuten Japan Exclusive Offer 2 | Details |
|---|---|
| Promotion type | Rakuten S$3 Special Shipping Discount Coupon |
| Campaign period | 1 – 31 October |
| Who’s eligible | All Buy&Ship members using the forwarding service (limited quota, first come, first served) |
| Offer details / how to qualify | Spend on Rakuten Japan during the campaign period and successfully use a total of 4 Rakuten Ichiba shopping coupons to receive a “Rakuten S$3 Special Shipping Discount Coupon”. |
| Terms | Each member can enjoy this offer once during the campaign period. For more details, see the Campaign Terms and Conditions. |
Why Japanese Office Shoes? 3 Things to Know
Japanese women’s shoe brands design comfort first (履き心地, “how it feels to wear”) and style second — the opposite order to many Western brands. These 3 points matter most when shopping for Japanese work shoes:
- Soft uppers and cushioned insoles: EVOL, RANDA and Launa lea shoes are generally made from soft materials with cushioning built into the heel, and some styles can be pressed down at the heel and worn as mules; LE TALON and ODETTE E ODILE stand out for Japan-made construction and genuine leather, with a close-fitting shape.
- Fine size steps, wide fits and large sizes: Japanese shoe sizes are the foot length in centimetres, rising in 0.5cm steps from 22cm to 25.5cm, and RANDA also offers SS to LL. shop kilakila has 4E wide-fit and 3L/4L sizes, so there are options for bunions or broader feet.
- Works with Buy&Ship’s offers: all 6 pairs in this article cost over ¥5,000, so every order can use the ¥500 coupon. Use 4 coupons in October and you also get the “Rakuten S$3 Special Shipping Discount Coupon” — splitting your order across brands makes the offer easier to use up.
Editor’s Picks: 6 Japanese Shoe Brands for Work
1. LE TALON: Everyday Shoes from the BAYCREW’S Group
A women’s shoe label under the BAYCREW’S group (alongside JOURNAL STANDARD and IÉNA), known for simple, long-wearing everyday shoes, many of them made in Japan.
Editor’s pick: French Square-Toe Metal Ribbon Flats
A French-style square toe with an asymmetric metal ribbon and a heel of approx. 1.5cm, easy to pair with trousers or skirts. Made in Japan, 4 colours, 22cm–25cm.
Rakuten Japan price: S$116 (JPY14,300)
2. ODETTE E ODILE: UNITED ARROWS’ Women’s Shoe Label
UNITED ARROWS’ women’s shoe label, adding trend touches to office basics, with an official store on Rakuten Japan.
Editor’s pick: Soft Leather Mary Jane Flats
A genuine leather upper with no stiff counter at the toe or heel, hugging the foot like ballet flats, with a heel of approx. 1cm. 3 colours, 22cm–25.5cm.
Rakuten Japan price: S$151 (JPY18,700)
3. shop kilakila: Made-in-Japan, Wide-Fit Comfort Shoes on Rakuten
A women’s shoe specialist on Rakuten Japan built around “no rubbing, easy to walk in, comfortable on your feet all day”, with a full range of Japan-made, 4E wide-fit and large-size styles at friendly prices.
Editor’s pick: Made-in-Japan 4E Wide-Fit Pointed-Toe Flats
The 4E wide fit keeps the pointed toe from pinching, and the low-rebound insole with a non-slip soft rubber sole weighs approx. 153g per shoe and is quiet to walk in. Made in Japan, 11 colours, 22.5cm–25.5cm, currently on sale.
Rakuten Japan price: S$52 (JPY6,490)
4. Launa lea: Marui Department Store’s Stylish, Comfortable Women’s Shoe Label
A women’s shoe label from Japanese department store Marui, its name meaning “a beautiful encounter”, known for soft uppers and thick insoles. On Rakuten Japan it is sold by LOCOMALL, with each colour on its own product page.
Editor’s pick: Water-Repellent Pointed-Toe Low-Heel Pumps (R9009)
A glossy pointed toe with a cross-strap detail and a heel of approx. 3cm. The upper has a water-repellent finish, so a sudden shower is less of a worry (not fully waterproof), and the double-layer insole combines low-rebound and high-rebound cushioning for all-day wear. Made in Japan, approx. 205g per shoe (23.5cm). 3 colours, 22cm–25.5cm; shown in mocha, with other colours on their own product pages.
Rakuten Japan price: S$80 (JPY9,900)
5. RANDA: A Popular “Urban Feminine” Shoe Label
A popular women’s shoe label built on an “Urban Feminine” concept, adding ribbons and metal details to clean shapes, with most styles priced around ¥10,000.
Editor’s pick: 3-Way Interchangeable Belt Square-Toe Loafers
Comes with 3 detachable belts (a horsebit buckle, a satin ribbon and a brand monogram charm), so one pair works three ways. 3cm heel and a soft insole. Sizes SS–LL, 4 colours.
Rakuten Japan price: S$105 (JPY12,980)
6. EVOL: Comfortable, Affordable Shoes from Tokyo
A Tokyo women’s shoe label focused on feminine design and comfort, with most styles priced under ¥10,000 — the most affordable of the 6 brands.
Editor’s pick: V-Cut Pointed-Toe Stacked-Heel Pumps
The V-cut opening lengthens the line of the foot, and the 3cm stacked heel is stable and easy to walk in; press down the heel to wear them as mules. 12 colours, 22cm–25cm; the link here is for black, and some other colours are sold out.
Rakuten Japan price: S$64 (JPY7,920)
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Comparison: All 6 Picks
Shoe style, heel height, material and reference price for all 6 pairs at a glance, to help you compare by occasion and budget.
| Brand | Editor’s Pick | Style | Heel Height | Upper Material | JPY Price | SGD Reference Price | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. LE TALON | French Square-Toe Metal Ribbon Flats | Flats | Approx. 1.5cm | Synthetic fibre (brown: synthetic leather) | ¥14,300 | S$116 | Made in Japan, 4 colours, all sizes in stock |
| 2. ODETTE E ODILE | Soft Leather Mary Jane Flats | Mary Janes | Approx. 1cm | Genuine leather | ¥18,700 | S$151 | No stiff counter, hugs the foot like ballet flats |
| 3. shop kilakila | Made-in-Japan 4E Wide-Fit Pointed-Toe Flats | Pointed-toe flats | — | Synthetic leather | ¥6,190 | S$52 | 4E wide fit, 11 colours, approx. 153g per shoe |
| 4. Launa lea | Water-Repellent Pointed-Toe Low-Heel Pumps (R9009) | Low-heel pumps | Approx. 3cm | Synthetic leather | ¥9,900 | S$80 | Water-repellent finish, 3 colours, approx. 205g per shoe |
| 5. RANDA | 3-Way Interchangeable Belt Square-Toe Loafers | Loafers | 3cm | Synthetic leather | ¥12,980 | S$105 | Comes with 3 interchangeable belts |
| 6. EVOL | V-Cut Pointed-Toe Stacked-Heel Pumps | Low-heel pumps | 3cm | Synthetic leather | ¥7,920 | S$64 | 12 colours, can be worn as mules |
Where to Buy: What You Need to Know
The 6 brands are sold on two platforms: LE TALON, RANDA and EVOL on Rakuten Fashion, Rakuten Japan’s fashion platform; ODETTE E ODILE’s official store, shop kilakila and LOCOMALL (which sells Launa lea) are stores within Rakuten Japan Marketplace. Neither platform ships directly to Singapore — orders can only be sent to an address inside Japan. To bring your pick home, you’ll need to ship it to an overseas forwarding warehouse first, then have a forwarder send it on — which is exactly where Buy&Ship’s Japan forwarding service comes in.
Three things to note before you order. First, Rakuten Fashion offers free domestic shipping in Japan on orders of ¥3,980 or more (tax included), ODETTE E ODILE’s pick is also marked as free shipping (送料無料), and for other stores please check the product page for domestic shipping fees. Second, orders from different stores are sent separately, and once they arrive at Buy&Ship’s Japan warehouse they can be combined into a single forwarding order. Third, before shipping, check the Buy&Ship list of prohibited and restricted items and the latest Japan forwarding rates.
Shopping Tutorial: How to Shop Rakuten JP & Ship to Singapore
Step 1
Go to Buy&Ship website to log in or register as a member.
Step 2
Fill in your first and last name, email address and set your account password. Click “Sign Up” once details are completed.
Step 3
Go to Rakuten Japan. Tap the “Shop Overseas” button under any pick above to go straight to the product page, or search for “半袖” (short sleeve) or “バッグ” (bag) to find more deals. Then add the item to your cart or check out immediately.
Step 4
Go to your shopping cart, select “茨城県 (Ibaraki Prefecture)” as the shipping location from the upper right corner.
Check and make sure correct items are added into cart, and proceed.
Step 5
Sign into your Rakuten account. If you’re not a Rakuten member, you can register as a member below by filling in the form.
Learn more: Step-by-Step Guide on Rakuten and How to Register As Member
Step 6
Fill in delivery address. Go to the “Overseas Warehouse Address” on your Buy&Ship member centre and select “Japan” to view the information of Buy&Ship’s Japan warehouse.
In the name session, please enter your name and Buy&Ship membership number (e.g. SGXXXXXX). For the “フリガナ“, you need to convert your name into Japanese Katakana (click here to convert). Once it’s converted, copy and paste it onto the name bar.
Step 7
You can choose whether to register as a member on Rakuten. If you don’t want to register, you can click the second box “楽天会員に登録しない”.
It’s highly recommended to register as a member if you shop often on Rakuten as you can save payment and shipping details on your account for faster checkout next time, and earn points!
Set your password if you proceed with registration.
Step 8
On the payment page, make sure you select the Buy&Ship exclusive coupon you claimed in the “クーポン利用” (Use Coupon) section. Once the discount is applied, fill in your credit card details and click “次へ” (Next).
Step 9
Confirm your order information, and then click “OK” (the red box shown). You’ll receive email confirmation once order is submitted.
Step 10
Once you’ve received a shipping notification email from Rakuten, go to your member centre and declare the shipment on Buy&Ship to receive your package as soon as possible!
FAQ
Q1. How do I match Japanese shoe sizes to my own size?
Japanese shoe sizes are the foot length in centimetres. Measure your foot length first, then compare it with the “サイズ” (size) section on the product page and read the staff-wearing comments (スタッフ着用コメント), which note the staff member’s usual size and the size they tried. Brands such as RANDA label sizes SS, S, M, L and LL, with the product page listing the centimetres for each; shoe width is shown as E, 2E, 3E and 4E, where a bigger number means a wider fit.
Q2. How do I get the “Rakuten S$3 Special Shipping Discount Coupon”?
Spend on Rakuten Japan between 1 and 31 October and successfully use a total of 4 Rakuten Ichiba shopping coupons. The coupon will be credited automatically to your Buy&Ship account within the first 10 working days of the month after your Rakuten order is completed. Quota is limited, first come, first served — see the Terms and Conditions for details.
Q3. Which address should I use when ordering?
Use Buy&Ship’s Japan warehouse address, and add your member number to the name field so your parcel is matched to your account once it arrives. Remember to declare your shipment in the app once the seller ships it.
Q4. Why does each Launa lea colour have a different product page?
Launa lea is sold on Rakuten Japan by LOCOMALL, which lists each colour of the same shoe as a separate product; the “別カラーはこちら” (other colours here) links under the product page lead to the other colours. Rakuten Fashion and ODETTE E ODILE’s official store let you choose colour and size on the same product page.
Q5. What do “予約” and “残りわずか” on a product page mean?
“予約” means pre-order — you pay now and wait for the store to ship on the stated date. “残りわずか” means very little stock is left in that size or colour, so order soon if you like it. “在庫なし” means sold out. The pairs recommended here were in stock when we checked, but stock changes at any time, so please go by what the product page shows.
Q6. Can I buy from several brands and ship everything together?
Yes. Orders from different stores are sent separately, and once they have all arrived at Buy&Ship’s Japan warehouse you can combine them into one forwarding order and ship them to Singapore together. Each Rakuten Japan order of ¥5,000 or more can use one ¥500 coupon, up to 4 uses per Rakuten member, so splitting your order across brands makes it easier to use up the offer.
Terms & Conditions for the “Rakuten S$3 Special Shipping Discount Coupon”
- This campaign is only applicable to eligible members who spend on Rakuten Japan during the campaign period (both dates inclusive, based on the purchase date on Rakuten) and successfully use a total of 4 Rakuten Ichiba shopping coupons.
- The earned “Rakuten S$3 Special Shipping Discount Coupon” will be automatically credited to eligible members’ Buy&Ship accounts within the first 10 working days of the following month after the Rakuten order is completed.
- The campaign quota is limited on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Each registered Buy&Ship user can enjoy this offer only once during the campaign period.
- This offer cannot be used in conjunction with other shipping discounts or promotional coupons. Only one promo code can be applied per forwarding order.
- In the event of any dispute, Buy&Ship reserves the right of final decision. Buy&Ship also reserves the right to amend the content, terms, and conditions of this campaign at any time without prior notice.