Tanuki Sango RefoxedBuy Now The Tanuki models came to life thanks to a unique coincidence and a heartfelt collaboration. Japanese washi paper has a tradition of more than a 1000 years, with a variety of uses. But it was only after Mr. Itioi and Wildling crossed paths that this magical fabric found its way into minimal footwear. Fibers from the Abaca plant are woven together using a special technique making the Tanuki model breathable and water permeable. The weave,