{"product_id":"tanuki-bara","title":"Wildling Tanuki Bara","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n    .button-container {\n        display: flex;\n        flex-wrap: wrap;\n        gap: 10px;\n        justify-content: center;\n    }\n    .rounded-green-button {\n        border-radius: 10px;\n        background-color: #4CAF50;\n        color: white;\n        font-size: 16px;\n        font-weight: bold;\n        padding: 10px 20px;\n        cursor: pointer;\n        box-shadow: 0 4px 8px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);\n        transition: all 0.3s ease;\n        text-decoration: none;\n        display: inline-block;\n        width: auto;\n    }\n    .rounded-green-button:hover {\n        background-color: #45a049;\n        transform: scale(1.05);\n        box-shadow: 0 6px 12px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3);\n    }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"button-container\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wildlingshoesgmbh.pxf.io\/c\/7185364\/3854683\/48822?prodsku=54619882160396\u0026amp;subId1=tanuki-bara\u0026amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wildling.shoes%2Fproducts%2Ftanuki-bara\u0026amp;intsrc=CATF_32640\u0026amp;partnerpropertyid=8251668\u0026amp;MediaPartnerPropertyId=8251668\" class=\"rounded-green-button\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSHOP USA\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wildlingshoesgmbh.pxf.io\/c\/7185364\/3798925\/48822?prodsku=11735380361484\u0026amp;subId1=tanuki-bara\u0026amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wildling.shoes%2Fproducts%2Ftanuki-bara\u0026amp;intsrc=CATF_31418\u0026amp;partnerpropertyid=8251668\u0026amp;MediaPartnerPropertyId=8251668\" class=\"rounded-green-button\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSHOP EU\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wildlingshoesgmbh.pxf.io\/c\/7185364\/3798925\/48822?prodsku=11735380361484\u0026amp;subId1=tanuki-bara\u0026amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wildling.shoes%2Fproducts%2Ftanuki-bara\u0026amp;intsrc=CATF_31418\u0026amp;partnerpropertyid=8251668\u0026amp;MediaPartnerPropertyId=8251668\" class=\"rounded-green-button\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSHOP DEUTSCHLAND\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wildling Tanuki Bara is born from a creative collaboration between Wildling and Japanese design partners — a meeting of European barefoot principles and Japanese craft aesthetics. Made from recycled cotton canvas, it carries the wide toe box and flexible sole of every Wildling shoe, but with a distinctive character that sets it apart from more utilitarian options in the range. The Tanuki collection is one of the most visually distinctive things Wildling makes. Children's sizing — the same Tanuki design scaled for younger feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Does It Compare?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the canvas barefoot shoe category, the Tanuki sits alongside the Vivobarefoot Geo Court IV and the Xero Shoes HFS as a versatile everyday option. The Tanuki is the most characterful of the three — where the others lean functional, the Tanuki leans expressive. On sole flexibility, Wildling edges ahead of Vivobarefoot; the Xero HFS is comparable. If you want a barefoot everyday shoe with genuine design personality, the Tanuki is a strong choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing and Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wildling Tanuki fits true to size with a generously wide toe box. The recycled cotton canvas upper is soft from day one with no stiff break-in period. Low volume overall — works well for narrow to medium feet, though the wide toe box accommodates wider forefoot shapes comfortably. EU price: €89.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePros and Cons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we like:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive design that stands apart from the generic barefoot aesthetic; recycled cotton construction; flexible sole with excellent ground feedback. \u003cstrong\u003eWorth considering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canvas is not water-resistant — a waterproofing treatment is recommended for wet climates; the bold design won't suit every wardrobe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is the story behind the Tanuki name?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tanuki refers to the Japanese raccoon dog — a figure of folklore associated with good fortune. The collaboration brought this cultural reference into Wildling's European barefoot tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How does the Tanuki Bara compare to the Vivobarefoot Geo Court?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are canvas everyday sneakers with barefoot principles, but the Tanuki has a more flexible, thinner sole and a unique collaborative design. The Geo Court is slightly more structured and better suited to those transitioning from conventional shoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is the recycled cotton as durable as regular cotton?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — Wildling's recycled cotton canvas is woven densely enough for everyday wear. The construction quality matches the rest of the Wildling range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wildling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48462946435255,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1597\/3547\/files\/wildling-shoes-TANUKI-BARA-Kids-01.jpg?v=1778673365","url":"https:\/\/barefootshoes.store\/de-de\/products\/tanuki-bara","provider":"Barefoot Shoes Guide | Compare Vivobarefoot, Xero, Wildling","version":"1.0","type":"link"}