About me
I understand people before I design for them.
I’ve been recruiting for just over four years here in Tokyo, and it’s by far the toughest job I’ve ever had. It taught me how to read between the lines, handle objections and pushback, negotiate, and deliver no matter what. Ironically, those exact skills have helped me tremendously in product design. I now have a much sharper understanding of business realities, the humans involved, and how to actually ship things under pressure.
When I’m not designing, you’ll find me playing music, making art, or diving deep into a good book.
User research & empathy
Trained to surface what people actually need — not just what they say. A skill built across recruiting, teaching, and wellness.
Interaction & product design
End-to-end design from research through high-fidelity prototypes, with a focus on mobile-first experiences.
Stakeholder communication
Comfortable presenting decisions and advocating for the user. Cross-cultural experience working between Japanese and Western business contexts.
