ABOUT
Originally from 🇯🇵
Grew up in 🇯🇵 🇺🇸
Now living in LA🌴🌆️🎬
Over 8 years, I’ve worked in all sorts of design – from app UI/UX, graphic and branding to animation, packaging, and even a bit of marketing. I’ve never been one to stick to a single path because, for me, design is all about exploring what excites me! I’m always learning something new and having fun with it. I’m fluent in Japanese and English, and I’ve just started learning French (I love croissants). When I’m not designing, you’ll probably find me snowboarding, chasing the latest fashion trends, or off on an adventure – hiking, camping, or traveling somewhere new!
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE
June 2020 - Nov 2023
Art Director/Product Manager
Rakuten Inc. Customer Strategy Department,
Experience Section, Contents Direction Group
Led the launch of a coupon page consolidating coupons across 70+ Rakuten services
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Established brand identity and directed UX and visual design for the website
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Served as technical director, defining front-end and back-end requirements
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Coordinated closely with marketing and business teams to achieve project goals
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Contributed to additional projects by developing brand identities and enhancing UI/UX and animation
Aug 2016 - May 2020
Visual Designer
Rakuten Inc. Customer Strategy Department,
Experience Section, Creative Design Group
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Designed UI/UX for web and mobile (browser, desktop, iOS & Android) and created animations
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Supported brand development and rebranding initiatives
Oct 2015 - March 2016
Visual Designer Internship
Rakuten Inc. New Business Department,
Rakuma App
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Managed social media visuals, animations, and banner design
EDUCATION
Jan 2024 - Present
Design Communication Arts Certificate
UCLA Extension
April 2012 - March 2016
B.A in Environmental Information
Keio University
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Studied immersive environment design through creative direction and coding
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Created a projection mapping piece inspired by 1980s disco, blending retro aesthetics with new technology for my graduation project