The beloved Japanese Akoya pearl is enjoying robust market demand as its exceptional lustre and subdued elegance continue to capture the fancy of collectors and jewellery lovers around the world. 

Smaller Japanese Akoya pearls are highly favoured in the market today, especially by a younger generation of consumers who are just starting to build their jewellery collections. Seasoned buyers, for their part, opt for these pearls for their classic, ultra-feminine allure.

These pearls are also versatile as they can be used in a wide range of styles and types of jewellery – from trendy, everyday pieces to high-end masterful creations.  

Luxury pearl jeweller Yoko London, for instance, has been introducing several Japanese Akoya pearl collections featuring pearls of 3mm, 4mm and 5mm in size to cater to a growing demand for dainty pearl jewellery. 

Yoko London CEO Michael Hakimian said, “Our collections of delicate and feminine Japanese Akoya pearl jewellery have been well-received by the market. Everybody loves these pearls for their magnificent quality and affordable prices at entry levels. This area of the business is extremely active and successful from our point of view.”