Mikimoto

Mikimoto is the world-renowned Japanese empire founded by Kokichi Mikimoto in 1893. The legendary Mr. Mikimoto, “The Pearl King”, was the first to develop a technique for the cultivation of pearls. Today, almost all pearls sold worldwide are cultured pearls, cultivated by the same technique that Kokichi Mikimoto invented. This includes Japanese Akoya pearls, as well as South Sea pearls from Australia, Indonesia and The Philippines and black pearls from Tahiti.

The family-run business remains the world leader in superior-quality Akoya and South Sea cultured pearls and the company
is internationally respected for its product design, crafting techniques and strict quality control.

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2023 will mark 130 years since Mikimoto’s founder Kokichi Mikimoto successfully created the world’s first cultured pearl.
Mikimoto unveiled “A LOVE LETTER TO THE SEA.” as the first part of its anniversary campaign. It celebrates the love for the sea, which is at the heart of the brand.
Mikimoto has always been dedicated to the beauty of pearls, channeling it’s hopes and dreams into works of jewellery. Throughout it’s long history, Mikimoto has developed a deep sense of appreciation and respect for the sea and nature at large.
This year, Mikimoto will further continue it’s efforts to promote coexistence with nature, especially with the sea, where the pearls are nurtured. The most beautiful pearls – ever. Only for you.

Introduction Of The Sustainable Pearl Stringing Thread

Starting this year 2023, Mikimoto will use 100 % recycled polyester threads made from upcycled plastic bottle fibers instead of silk cord in most of its pearl jewellery, espcially in necklaces. Mikimoto’s pearl necklaces trends are designed to lay gracefully along the neckline, and the new thread will allow
customers to enjoy their jewellery for longer, while maintaining the refined aesthetic quality and technical excellence that define the brand.