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MIKIMOTO’s Anniversary year

This year marks the 130th anniversary of MIKIMOTO’s founder, Kokichi Mikimoto, who successfully cultivated pearls for the first time in the world in 1893. As the first part of the commemorative project, from February 14th (Tuesday), we will publish a special content “A LOVE LETTER TO THE SEA.” , will start selling charity candles with United Nations Environment Program Japan Association
In this project, we plan to announce various contents and initiatives over the next year. MIKIMOTO has been facing the charm of pearls and entrusting their dreams to jewelry. Throughout its long history, there has always been an appreciation for the sea and a deep respect for nature. MIKIMOTO has been working on the sea and nature that nurtures pearls. We will further strengthen our efforts to coexist with

Zero-emission aquaculture
Starting in 2023, MIKIMOTO will change* the thread used for its pearl necklaces from silk thread to 100% recycled polyester fiber.
This yarn is an environmentally friendly upcycled material that uses fibers made from used PET bottles.

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