Bath slippers that are not freezing in winter
I used 100-yen bath slippers for years—cheap white plastic from Seria until they broke. In winter, slipping them on barefoot was brutal. If the inside was wet, wearing socks first was gross. I gave up until I saw bath slippers near 1,000 yen on Amazon; I thought that price was silly, but 100+ reviews convinced me. They were great.
EVA slippers
They feel like Crocs—EVA resin, same as many bath mats. Even in midwinter, barefoot is fine. I use the shower every morning to wash my face, so I wear bath slippers daily; I sleep barefoot, so I head to the bathroom barefoot too.
I had hunted for better slippers for a long time and kept ignoring this one, assuming the 1,000 yen was for looks and they would still be cold. When our old pair broke I tried these on a whim—best decision.
After about a year of use
Because they are EVA like Crocs, stepping on the heel does not ruin them; no permanent creases or holes. The soft material also means squatting does not hurt the instep—no hard plastic digging into your foot.
They also have not molded. We ventilate the bathroom and do not leave them soaking wet like a bath mat, so no mold yet. Even if it appeared, a spray of mold cleaner and a 10-minute wait would likely fix it.
The heel has a hook hole. I hang them with this hook so they stay out of the way:
Size note
Only one size (~24-26 cm). My small feet fit fine. Some reviewers with 27 cm feet said they snag when putting them on. If only women or smaller-foot family members use them, you are fine; larger feet may find them snug.
If winter slippers are cold, buy these
Honestly, worth the 1,000 yen. Also, the opening is narrower than cheap slippers, so they fit better—less slop when walking. Most women should get a near-perfect fit; many men will too. Highly recommended.
