Akoya natural blue baroque pearl bracelet, approx. 9 mm, 20 cm.
All-knotted with blue polyester thread.
Finished with a silver clip clasp, adjustable fit.
Water-Touched Blue(Reserved)
$541.61
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This is an Akoya pearl bracelet.
As some of you may already know, a 9 mm size is considered quite large for Akoya pearls.
A height of 180 cm is regarded as tall in Japan, but in some countries it may be quite average.
Similarly, in Tahitian pearls, 9 mm is not considered a large size.
In that sense, Akoya pearls and Japanese people may share something in common.
This bracelet came into existence through a combination of a customer’s request and my own misunderstanding.
A certain fan of blue baroque pearls once told me, “If you ever come across deep blue baroque pearls, please let me know.”
I always kept that in mind.
One day, while visiting a pearl dealer, I came across a large quantity of 9 mm blue baroque loose pearls.
The moment I saw them, I thought, “Ah, these are exactly what that customer was looking for.”
Strictly speaking, the customer never mentioned 9 mm.
Yet somehow, I had convinced myself that 9 mm was what they wanted.
I only needed around 20 pieces, but the dealer had 650 pearls.
If I wanted them, I had to purchase the entire lot.
If I only selected the highest-quality pearls, the dealer would be left with the rest, which would be difficult for them to handle.
However, buying all of them meant spending roughly the price of an inexpensive used car.
Still, the production of 9 mm blue baroque pearls in Japan has been decreasing each year, and there are not many farms cultivating pearls of this size.
So, I stopped overthinking and decided to take the leap.
When I informed the customer, they said,
“I never specifically asked for 9 mm baroque pearls, but I’m happy.”
I have never had the best memory, and lately, being busy, my mind has become as cluttered as my room.
My memories were just as disorganized.
And so, through this rather imperfect process, this bracelet was born.
In any case, as you can see from the images, this bracelet is beautiful.
The pearls used here were carefully selected from the 650 pieces—the ones with the deepest color and the smoothest surfaces.
But please don’t worry. There are still many beautiful pearls remaining.
In fact, I have already received requests from several people to create necklaces using these 9 mm pearls, and there are still plenty available (as of April 2026).
That said, this particular bracelet is already reserved.
Recently (as of April 2026), Flower Jem has gradually shifted toward creating pearl jewelry based on customer requests.
Not long ago, most of what I sold were designs I created on my own, but somehow, that has changed.
I feel truly honored to create pearl pieces together with my customers.
When I first started this shop, I honestly thought, “This probably won’t sell.”
I knew Akoya pearls well, but I was almost a beginner when it came to making jewelry.
So although I am busy every day, receiving requests from customers brings me genuine joy and a sense of honor.
I may not have achieved status, fame, or wealth in this life,
but the fact that I can connect with people through the pearls I love makes me feel that my life has been very fortunate.
I truly mean that.
Money and material things will eventually disappear.
But feelings and emotions remain.
Even after the jewelry I create leaves my hands,
there may come a moment when it is remembered, bringing a quiet sense of happiness.
Something like, “That piece was really difficult to make.”
This may be something often said,
but I felt compelled to put it into words now.
What I seek, ultimately, is resonance.
“There’s a chill in the air.”
“Yes, there is.”
There is a Japanese poem that expresses this simple exchange.
When I first encountered it as a middle school student, I felt that it contained everything about life.
A friend sitting next to me laughed and said,
“Teacher, isn’t that just obvious?”
And perhaps it is.
But in reality, there are many kinds of people.
“It’s cold.”
“Wasn’t yesterday colder?”
“It’s cold.”
“Really? It doesn’t feel cold to me.”
People like this are everywhere.
I may be drifting away from the bracelet, but what I mean is this:
“This bracelet is beautiful.”
“Yes, it is.”
If I can share that kind of simple, quiet agreement with you and with others,
that would be more than enough.
2 Pearls for Water-Touched Blue(Reserved)
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Melissa Davies
I feel incredibly grateful to own this beautiful pearl bracelet from Flower Jem. The pearls are stunning with their bright natural blue lustre, which makes it feel both elegant and completely unique. It’s clear that a lot of care goes into selecting and creating each piece.
I came across Flower Jem last year while planning my first trip to Japan. I had been researching extensively places to buy pearl jewellery that were of a high quality but reasonably priced. After reading a blog from someone who had purchased from Flower Jem, I was immediately drawn to the stunning blue Akoya pearls—something I hadn’t seen before. Having also explored established brands like Mikimoto, I found myself wanting something more personal and thoughtfully curated.
Reaching out to Masayuki was one of the best decisions I made. From the very beginning, he was kind, patient, and incredibly generous with his time. He took great care to understand my preferences and shared detailed photos and videos throughout the process, which made everything feel so personal. Before my trip, he created a custom bracelet for me months in advance and personally hand-delivered it to my hotel in Osaka—an experience I will never forget.
Since returning home, I’ve purchased this bracelet as well as a ring, and the experience has remained just as special. Every interaction is filled with warmth, care, and genuine thoughtfulness. Masayuki goes above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect, and he keeps you involved at every step so it truly feels collaborative.
What makes Flower Jem truly unique, though, is the relationship that comes with it. Through our conversations over Instagram and the process of creating these pieces, Masayuki has become a really nice friend. By the time each piece arrives, beautifully and thoughtfully presented, it doesn’t feel like receiving a purchase, but rather a meaningful gift from someone who genuinely cares. You can feel how much pride he takes in his craft and in ensuring his customers are happy.
I couldn’t recommend Flower Jem (Masayuki) more highly. This is not just jewellery—it’s an experience, a connection, and something truly special to treasure.
Jem
Melissa Davies-san,
As I rode my motorcycle to your hotel in Osaka to meet you, I felt like I was going to see a long-lost friend.
I seem to have a strong tendency to assume that anyone who shares my love of pearls is already a close friend.
However, we were meeting for the first time, and the time spent together as strangers is a uniquely exciting experience.
After we parted ways, I wondered how you would feel when you looked at the bracelet with a clearer mind, once your emotions had settled down. I was thinking about that on my way home.
It was truly fortunate for me that you found Flower Jem while planning your trip to Japan. Pearls were the catalyst that allowed us to become friends.
And your review included details that I hadn’t been able to put into words, and I particularly liked the expression “participating in the creation.”
I was simply listening to your wishes and requests, but I realized that from another perspective, that could be considered “participating in the creation.”
From now on, I would like to promote “Flower Jem as a place where you can participate in the creation.”
Also, there are some Japanese television commercials that are famous only in Japan.
It’s Nitori, a home improvement store company.
Nitori’s slogan is “More than the price, Nitori,” accompanied by a catchy melody.
It’s a common slogan: “Even if you buy something for $100, you’ll get more than $100 worth of satisfaction.”
Flower Jem aims for something similar.
We don’t just buy and sell pearls; I pack each pearl with a real story.
These aren’t necessarily romantic stories. They’re simply real stories.
They’re stories like a primary school student spending an hour on their three-kilometer walk home from school, getting sidetracked, playing pranks, and having adventures.
To an adult, these might seem like insignificant events.
I pack such stories into each pearl.
By being open about the journey each pearl has taken, I hope people will feel a greater connection to them.
Your review has allowed me to reaffirm and rediscover these things.
Also, I will never forget one of your husband’s impressions of his visit to Japan.
“Before going to Japan, I studied ‘Arigato.’ But Japanese people don’t pronounce it ‘Arigato,’ do they? Why?!”
Many convenience store clerks and men like me don’t pronounce “Arigato” properly.
They shorten “Arigatougozaimasu” to “Zasu” or “Azasu,” and sometimes even to “Us.”
Incidentally, some Japanese babies and toddlers pronounce it as “Ah-to.”
If we were to use “Thank you” as an example, it would be like “Ks.”
I think similar shortenings exist in every country and region.
It was quite amusing to me that one of his impressions of Japan was that these shortenings.
When I told this story to friends and acquaintances, they all said, “That’s true! They don’t say ‘thank you’ clearly, haha.”
Yes, I’ve gone off on a tangent. Thank you so much for posting such a wonderful review and your story about pearls.
Pearl Bless You
Flower Jem