The Difference Between Freshwater Pearls and Akoya Pearls
Akoya and freshwater pearls differ in how and where they grow, the mollusks that produce them, and the stories behind their cultivation. This article
Voice Thoughts I can’t always say out loud.
I write when something stays with me—a moment, a pearl, or a passing thought. “Voice” is where I share these reflections,from behind the scenes of pearl-making, and sometimes, just from everyday life.
Why I Didn’t Recommend My Favorite Pearl: On Music, Modesty, and Listening with the Heart
The other day, I went to a bar with a friend I hadn’t seen in six months.There was a sign that said the bar focused on 1970s rock music.Just as w
Balancing Passion, Pricing, and Pearl Stories: Reflections from My Workshop
Today is April 6, 2025.Back in February, I was deeply immersed in writing blog posts, but since then, my focus has shifted toward subtitling vide
A Weekend with Pearls: Market Insights and a Visit Home
This weekend, as usual, I returned from Osaka to Kobe on Friday night.After arriving in Kobe, I sorted through deep blue pearls based on a customer's
Hong Kong Jewellery Show and the Pearl Market Today: My Experience and Thoughts
The Hong Kong Jewelry Show is currently taking place.Throughout the year, jewelry exhibitions are held in various countries, including Hong Kong
Etsy & Website Issues: Spam, Messages, and Unexpected Fixes
I communicate daily with people who reach out to me on Etsy.There have been several instances in the past where customers told me that my message
Thoughts on Video Editing and Pearls – Shifting Perspectives and Marketing
Sunday is coming to an end.This weekend, I was able to work on some pearl-related tasks as well.The thing that required the most time and passion
Passion and Authenticity in Pearls and Music
Today is Friday. Friday is the day I’m finally free from my weekday job, which has nothing to do with pearls, and I can return home to Kobe from Osak
Hong Kong Jewelry Show Report: The Changing Pearl Market
The cold days have continued, but tonight is warm. It is currently 11 PM, and the temperature is 16℃. Just a few days ago, I couldn't part from my el
Akoya Freshwater Pearls” Don’t Exist! Beware of Misleading Pearl Labels
Recently, I was browsing on Etsy.com, thinking "I wonder if there are any beautiful Akoya pearls somewhere?"Then I came across a listing for an "
Why Are Akoya Pearls Harvested in Winter? The Secret Behind Their Luster
Akoya pearls are traditionally harvested in winter because colder seawater slows oyster activity and changes how the final layers of nacre form. This
A Night with Blue Baroque Pearls: Finding the Perfect Pair
Friday Night: Returning to My Pearl Work in KobeDuring the weekdays, I work in Osaka in a job unrelated to pearls. But finally, it's Friday, and