Akoya pearls or Japanese pearls are the pearl species that are most famous for the beauty of their sparkling luster which our princess pearls are imported. Akoya Pearls are one of the most famous saltwater pearls. Originally known by many as Japanese pearls (Japanese Pearls) according to their origin, also called “Mikimoto Pearl Jewelry” after the founder of Mikimoto shop. The first Mikimoto pearls were AKOYA pearls which were founded by Kokichi Mikimoto which is said to be Father Pearl.