Consumers Enjoy Daily Foot Massage with Okabashi's 2005 Shoe Collections Now Available Online; Okabashi Shoes Incorporate Principles of Reflexology for Foot Therapy and Pain Relief.

BUFORD, Ga. -- Okabashi Brands, Inc., a U.S.-based manufacturer of foot therapy products, today announced the availability of its 2005 shoe collections on an enhanced, consumer-friendly Web site (www.okabashi.com). Consumers get a daily foot massage with Okabashi shoes that incorporate reflexology pressure points and magnetic therapy.

Okabashi believes that foot comfort doesn't have to break the bank. The typical Okabashi shoe customer wants a stylish shoe at a reasonable cost that supports and massages the foot during work or play. Okabashi enjoys a loyal customer base that raves about foot comfort, pain relief and health benefits that come with wearing its shoes.

Okabashi Brands is also proud to manufacture all of its shoes in the United States. Only 2 percent of all shoes sold in the U.S. are made domestically, according to the American Apparel and Footwear Association, 2004. Okabashi believes its one-piece design based on Microplast(TM) material makes a superior comfort shoe at a competitive price.

"What we've done is come out with an exciting new line of styles and colors while staying true to our primary mission of making therapeutic shoes at a reasonable cost," said Sara Toole, director of Consumer Marketing at Okabashi. "Consumers can now visit our consumer-friendly Web site and enjoy an alternative to expensive, import shoes."

To celebrate the new Web site, consumers visiting Okabashi online at www.okabashi.com will enjoy several limited time offers such as free shipping on three or more pairs, or purchase a "six pack" special.

The new women's and men's Okabashi shoe collections range from flip flops and casual slides to mid-heel sandals and clogs. Consumers will find sizes from 5 1/2 to 11 in a range of exciting colors from hot pink and turquoise to traditional colors such as black and brown. All shoes can be bought online now at www.okabashi.com.

Why are Okabashi shoes so beloved?

--Reflexology benefits, foot support and pain relief

--Durable, water and slip resistant, and flexible

--Shoes keep feet healthy, clean and dry with Micro-Check,(TM) an antimicrobial agent providing shoe protection

--Stylish designs at a great value

--Made in the U.S.

About Okabashi Brands, Inc.

With manufacturing based in Buford, Ga., Okabashi is dedicated to providing customers with the best in therapeutic footwear and shoes are designed to prevent foot fatigue by applying the principles of reflexology.

Okabashi is number one in massaging footwear, having sold more than 100 million pairs worldwide. Okabashi is currently sold at fine retailers such as Walgreen, CVS, Eckerd and Rite Aid and through the company Web site at www.okabashi.com. Customers can find both men's and women's shoes in a variety of styles and colors. Shoe collections include flip flops, casual slides, mid heel sandals and clogs.

For more information, visit our Web site at www.okabashi.com or call us at 770-945-1330.