When people hear the word “pearl,” they often picture a perfectly round, luminous gem—something elegant and classic.But what about “Akoya”? As someone who specializes in Akoya pearls, the word instantly brings pearls to mind for me.However, even among Japanese people, those who aren’t particularly interested in pearls may not immediately associate “Akoya” with pearls. Several … Continue reading Is Akoya Pearl a Real Pearl? A Story of History, Identity, and Quiet Beauty