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7 Things About Me
1. Technically self-taught, but not really.
I don’t have a degree in Metalsmithing (mine’s in Philosophy and English), but I’ve trained in diamond setting, enamelling, granulation, wax casting, repoussé, and chasing. I’ve learned through doing, experimenting, and getting my hands dirty. 2. I live in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, and it shaped my brand. After World War II, this neighborhood was known for its black market in American goods. Today, it’s full of vintage shops, secondhand treasures, and creative energy. It’s where I find inspiration daily. 3. I come from a long line of female shopkeepers. Both of my grandmothers and my mum owned shops. I grew up around open signs, display windows, and the rhythm of retail. 4. I started my first jewellery business at 15. I sold vintage bead pieces and set up shop wherever I could. It was small but full of heart. 5. One grandmother was a milliner, the other a seamstress. I inherited their love for craft, texture, and attention to detail. I still think of them when I’m working with my hands. 6. My ancestors were silk weavers, copperplate engravers and tripe dealers! I only found this out recently, but it felt like a puzzle piece falling into place. My work connects me to something much older than I realised. 7. I rework forgotten things. Discarded objects carry stories. I give them a new life because unused beauty shouldn’t stay hidden in drawers. |
Where did the concept of Bikudesigns come from?
The concept is based around 4 key elements that came from my own life as a mum and business owner.
Comfortable. Adaptable. Sustainable. Time-saving. These four values shape everything I create at Bikudesigns.
The concept is based around 4 key elements that came from my own life as a mum and business owner.
Comfortable. Adaptable. Sustainable. Time-saving. These four values shape everything I create at Bikudesigns.
The CAST Promise
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