These shoes were purchased from a store near our house. There were sold at a giveaway price of 390 Yen or S$5 per pair. The prices are unbelievably reasonable. Some shirts were also going for $5 (for men & women) each.
Things in Japan are quite cheap. Houses, cars, food etc are cheaper than in SG.
Life in Japan is comfortable and pleasant.
Two days ago, we had a sashimi and sushi lunch. It was a buffet and cost us only $12.50 each (nett). For the same price, you may only get a bowl of ramen in a Japanese restaurant in SG.