Lives in Shiga, Japan. After studying international Cultural Studies, she gained experience in the apparel business which she used to start her own accessories design work in 2013. On top of her accessory design work, she does a wide range of other activities, such as planning “Half day trips” and creating custom-made goods to order.
The view of Lake Biwa from the top of the Biwako Valley inspired her to use the familiar shape of the lake for her little accessories, hoping to add a little spice to our everyday lives.Akkina turns the now beautiful landscape of Lake Biwa into accessories that encapsulate the power of the lake creating a thing of elegance for you.