Birkenstock Tokio Super Grip Clog — Kitchen Footwear Size 42
Product Description
The Birkenstock Tokio is a professional kitchen clog designed for people who spend long periods on their feet in demanding environments. It is a closed-toe, single-strap clog built specifically for...
Specifications
- Colour
- Black
- Fastening
- Heel Strap
- Fit
- Unisex
- Shoe size
- 42
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Product Description
The Birkenstock Tokio is a professional kitchen clog designed for people who spend long periods on their feet in demanding environments. It is a closed-toe, single-strap clog built specifically for commercial kitchen, hospitality, and food service use, where comfort across a full shift and underfoot grip on wet or greasy floors are both essential.
The SuperGrip sole is the defining practical feature for kitchen use. It is formulated to maintain traction on the kind of surfaces common in busy kitchens — wet tiles, grease-affected flooring, and smooth concrete — helping to reduce slip incidents during a hectic service. The sole geometry also encourages a natural rolling gait, which many wearers find reduces leg and lower back fatigue over the course of a long shift.
The anatomically shaped cork-latex footbed is what separates Birkenstock from many standard kitchen clogs. It moulds gradually to the shape of the wearer's foot over time, providing support that becomes more personalised with wear. The adjustable strap across the top of the foot allows the fit to be tailored, which matters when staff are on their feet for eight to twelve hours at a stretch.
- SuperGrip sole provides reliable traction on wet and greasy kitchen floors
- Cork-latex footbed supports natural foot shape and reduces fatigue
- Adjustable strap for a secure, customisable fit
- Closed-toe construction offers protection from spills and dropped items
- Suitable for kitchen, bar, and hospitality floor environments
This listing is for EU size 42 (approximately UK size 8). Birkenstock sizing runs true for most wearers, but those between sizes or with wider feet may benefit from trying a half size up. If you are kitting out a team and are unsure about bulk sizing, our team is happy to help you work through it.
Key Features
- SuperGrip sole formulated for wet and greasy kitchen floors
- Anatomically shaped cork-latex footbed moulds to the foot over time
- Adjustable strap secures fit for extended wear during long shifts
- Closed-toe construction protects against spills and falling objects
- Rolling-motion sole geometry helps reduce lower limb fatigue
Operational Benefits
- Reduces slip risk on wet kitchen and bar flooring during busy service
- Supports foot comfort across eight to twelve hour kitchen shifts
- Personalised footbed fit improves with wear over time
- Adjustable fit reduces pressure points for staff on their feet all day
- Practical protection meets hygiene and safety expectations in professional kitchens
Specifications
- Colour
- Black
- Fastening
- Heel Strap
- Fit
- Unisex
- Shoe size
- 42
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Frequently Asked Questions
- EU size 42 corresponds to approximately UK size 8 for most wearers. Birkenstock sizing is generally considered true to size, though those with wider feet or high arches sometimes find moving up half a size gives a more comfortable fit. If you are purchasing for a team, it is worth confirming individual measurements before ordering in volume.
- The Tokio SuperGrip is designed for professional kitchen and hospitality use and meets the expectations of most catering and food service environments in terms of slip resistance and foot protection. However, if your site has specific occupational health and safety footwear standards — such as a requirement for steel toecap or EN ISO 20347 certification — you should verify compliance before issuing them to staff.
- The cork-latex footbed and SuperGrip sole are built to withstand the daily demands of a commercial kitchen environment, including regular exposure to moisture and cleaning products. The footbed benefits from occasional airing between shifts to maintain its condition, and avoiding prolonged immersion in water will extend its lifespan. With reasonable care, a pair worn daily in a kitchen should provide reliable service over an extended period.