Editor’s Note
This article highlights the artistry of MIO HARUTAKA, whose “Japan Jewelry” collection brings nature-inspired elegance to everyday life. Featuring pieces like the blue sapphire swallow necklace, the brand blends Japanese craftsmanship with global appeal.
One of a Kind! ‘Japan Jewelry’ Elevating Daily Life from Japan to the World
A blue sapphire swallow necklace. The beauty of a swallow gracefully dancing in the sky while carrying a flower in its beak is directly expressed in jewelry. Swallow Necklace (Flower) ¥1,437,700.
Drawing inspiration from the life of nature—plants, music, flowers, insects, animals—MIO HARUTAKA presents collections that combine uniquely realistic and dynamic designs with rare natural gemstones. With meticulous attention to detail so that even the back of the piece is beautiful, the brand infuses high-quality materials and masterful craftsmanship with Japanese aesthetics, delivering jewelry to the world. It enjoys high popularity overseas, with presence at the Ritz Hotel in Paris and Bergdorf Goodman in New York. The brand creates jewelry that weaves history and romance, meant to be passed down to future generations.
A collection that gives a dignified finish to the ribbon motif through flat and sharp design. Bow Charm Necklace (Akoya Pearl, Diamond, WGK18) ¥1,540,000 / MIKIMOTO (MIKIMOTO Customer Service Center / 0120-868254).
Founded in 1893 when founder Kokichi Mikimoto succeeded in the world’s first cultured pearl cultivation, MIKIMOTO celebrated its 130th anniversary in 2023. Since then, with an integrated system from production to sales—unique in the world—it offers high-quality jewelry of assured quality, excellent design, and superior craftsmanship. Beyond being the originator of cultured pearls, MIKIMOTO has established a unique style blending traditional Japanese techniques with European craftsmanship, continuously spreading the allure of pearl jewelry worldwide.
Designed with a motif of beautifully blooming flowers, as if playing a melody. The petals, paved with diamonds, move individually as if dancing in the wind, with a curved design that highlights the beautiful form. Ring “Hana Urara” (750WG, Diamond, Pink Sapphire) ¥64…
Born in Kyoto, an ancient capital with over 1,200 years of history, NIWAKA is a jeweler where in-house designers and artisans design everything, embodying the essence of craftsmanship through exceptional skill and carefully selected top-grade materials. The inspiration comes from Japan’s four distinct seasons, its beautiful nature, and traditional patterns and decorations. Its delicate sensibility, inheriting Japanese aesthetics, captivates many, earning high acclaim worldwide, including being worn by Hollywood actors at the Academy Awards ceremony.
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