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Pearls have been around since ancient times
They are called "mermaid's tears"
Beloved by people
Gifts from the Sea
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The soft and elegant beauty of pearls has long been favored by the Japanese, and they have now become a jewel loved by people all over the world.
In addition to being worn at weddings, funerals, and other formal occasions, it is also a popular item as a gift as it is the birthstone for June and is also used as a talisman to ward off evil spirits.
It adds elegance and cleanliness to casual styles as well as formal occasions.
When it comes to pearls, there is actually more to them than just Akoya pearls; there are many different types of pearls in the world.
This time, we will introduce the types and characteristics of pearls.

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Akoyapearl

Akoya pearls have been produced in Japan for a long time, and many people associate pearls and genuine pearls with Akoya pearls.

"WadamaAkoya pearls, also known as "Akoya pearls," have been loved in Japan since ancient times. It is a well-known story that Kokichi Mikimoto, the founder of MIKIMOTO, was the first person in the world to successfully cultivate pearls.
It is mainly made in Mie and Ehime prefectures and exported all over the world.
Until now, genuine Akoya pearls have been associated with formal occasions, but now they are worn as a fashion item by many men as well as women.

Pearl etiquette for formal occasions
▼Pearl outfits for casual occasions

High-quality Akoya pearls are called "Hanadama"It is called, among themThe most famous and highest name is "Aurora Tennyo"The luster is strong and the difference is obvious at a glance.

▼How to choose pearls
▼Hanadama and Tennyo from Hojudo

South Sea Black Butterflypearl

In Japan, black pearls are often associated with funerals, but they can also be used as a fashion accessory.

Black PearlSpeaking of which, here it is.Tahitian pearls" and as the name suggests,Black lipped pearl oysters from TahitiThey are harvested from the black pearls. The deep color, which is combined with the green and reddish shine, accentuates the sophisticated atmosphere. Black pearls are often associated with funerals, but they are also popular as fashion.Very useful itemis.

Pearl etiquette for formal occasions
▼Pearl outfits for casual occasions

Black pearls are also called by various names, but they have a particularly strong luster.PeacockThe green and red colors arePeacock feathersIt was named after the resemblance.

▼Hojudo Black Pearl (peacock color)

South Sea White Butterflypearl

Akoya pearls are too small and not satisfying...
For those people, we recommend South Sea white pearls!

South PacificSouth Sea white pearls harvested from white-lipped oystersWhite butterfly shellsSilver lip,Golden lipThey are divided into two types, and the largest ones can grow up to 30cm. They live in Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Akoya pearls are up to about 10mm in size.If you are not satisfied, we recommend South Sea White Pearls.is.

In addition,Golden pearls are the golden pearls harvested from gold lips.They are different from the pearls that you might imagine, and are often worn as a bold fashion item.Producing a luxurious feelThey will do it for you.

▼Hojudo's South Sea pearls

freshwaterpearl

Popular as a casual fashion item

Akoya pearls and South Sea pearls are harvested from seawater, but these pearls are harvested from lakes.Freshwater musselThey are harvested from the sea. They used to be cultivated in Japan, but now they are mostly produced in China. Generally, the price is more reasonable than other pearls.Various colors and shapesOn the other hand, there are also perfectly round, highly lustrous, and expensive stones that are used as luxury jewelry.

▼Hojudo freshwater pearls

MabePearl

Its semicircular shape and iridescent luster are distinctive and captivating.

It has a unique luster and has many fans.Mabe PearlIt is extracted from the Mabe shellfish.Shaped like a pearl split in halfis characteristic.Not just circular, but various shapesThey are also cultivated on Amami Oshima. Many of them are over 10mm in size and are popular as fashion accents.

▼ Mabe pearls from Hojudo

poppyPearl

A product of nature, it is attractive for its unique shape and variety of colors.

The name "Keshi Pearl" comes from its resemblance to poppy seeds.Various shapes and colorsIt is a coincidence that the nacre layer is wrapped around the pearl oyster to protect it from foreign objects that may have entered the oyster.Distorted shape and unique luster of pearlsIt is often used in accessories, taking advantage of its properties.

▼Hojudo's poppy pearls

BaroqueWhat is Pearl?

Baroque pearls are pearls with a distorted shape, not the name of the pearl itself. Whether it is a South Sea pearl or an Akoya pearl, if the shape is not perfectly round but has an irregular shape, it is a baroque pearl.Baroque pearls were once considered to be of low value, but now they are a popular item worn in casual styles.There are no two identical shapes in this worldThe appeal of baroque pearls is being rediscovered.

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