I am a hairstylist who was chosen for Japan’s most prestigious award, an award chaired by a former Prime Minister. At 23, I opened my own salon in a prime location in Tokyo and was selected as one of the top 100 hairstylists in Japan, a distinction I received as the youngest among over half a million professionals. My salon also won the same award. I have experience in the UK and have won numerous awards in various contests. I’ve handled haircuts and coloring for celebrities, models, and other high-profile clients. Additionally, I support other salons as an instructor and am involved in launching and managing hair salons. In 2023, I moved to New York for a new challenge, aiming to further develop my career as a hairstylist and achieve significant success in haircuts. Instagram @k_salon87 / @k36ix

Mai Sakamoto started her career as a hair stylist in Osaka, Japan in 2010. At age 23, she won 1st place in a hair contest in western Japan. At 28, she won Japan’s biggest hair contest at Nippon Budokan—held in front of more than 10,000 spectators. Mai won the grand prix in 2017 and the bronze medal in 2018. She has since been voted one of Japan’s top 50 hair stylists and her unique style has been featured in industry magazines. She also appeared backstage at Paris Fashion Week in 2017 and 2018. She has held numerous hair seminars and was the manager of her salon for many years. With her exceptional skill and her artistry, she is now active in New York.

With 18 years of experience in Tokyo and Saitama under her belt, Aya has received numerous accolades and industry awards (SHISEIDO, JHA, Arimino) in Japan. Always patient, Aya will treat your hair with the care and attention it deserves.

He has 20 years of experience as a hairdresser in Japan. In 2015, he opened a beauty salon. Taking advantage of his experience, he decided to work in NY. He has won numerous awards and was also in charge of hair and fashion magazines nationally, and globally.He has 20 years of experience as a hairdresser in Japan. In 2015, he opened a beauty salon. Taking advantage of his experience, he decided to work in NY. He has won numerous awards and was also in charge of hair and fashion magazines nationally, and globally.

Akane Kimura
1987-10-1
Born in Mie, Japan

After graduating from a vocational school in 2008, she worked at one of the best salons in Tokai for 15 years until 2022.

During that time, she participated vigorously in contests and hair shows, many of which she won.

In 2013, she won the third place bronze prize in the ‘Updo Contest’ held in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of L’Oreal Japan out of 2,200 entrants after many elimination rounds, and won the third place bronze prize in the National L’Oreal contest at the young age of 23 on a stage in front of thousands of supporters at Maihama Amphitheater.

In 2014, she participated in a solo hair show at the historic National Noh Theater as a representative of ASCH Salon, the youngest among the participants.

In 2018, she gave a solo seminar on salon work sales and on representing active female hairdressers.

She was promoted to top hair stylist and salon manager at ASCH Salon in 2019.

Utilizing her natural communication skills, she trained and provided mental care to 150 staff members.

Her commitment to connecting with people is not limited to her own salon, utilizing her wide range of community she has received offers from various fields.
She has also taught newcomer education curriculum and conducted technical seminars at other salons,
her specialty being updo technology.
She has had a large number of students at beauty schools and is an instructor of Japanese hair techniques and the most traditional Japanese hairstyles (NIhongami) which is considered to be the most difficult technique for hairdressers.

It is no exaggeration to say that she has created the most coming of age ceremony traditional hairstyles in Nagoya.

In the 2020 NHDK Photo Contest she was the grand prize winner.

I began my career as a hairstylist in 2001 in Aoyama, Tokyo, one of the city’s most prestigious fashion districts. In 2008, I expanded my work into hair and makeup artistry, becoming the exclusive hairstylist for the renowned Japanese pop group Perfume. My portfolio spans magazines, advertising campaigns, music videos, and concert tours.

In 2021, I relocated to Vancouver, where I had the privilege of working with a diverse international clientele and gained a reputation for tailored service and refined technique.

Beginning his hair styling career in 2003 and attending Shiseido Academy Beauty & Fashion in 2009. Tsuyoshi Harada moved to New York in 2010 to work and expand his career in the fashion industry as a hairstylist. While working as a salon manager and hairstylist at Salon87, Tsuyoshi continues to freelance working with the biggest names in the industry. Such as Givenchy, Gucci, Tory Burch, Vogue, WWD, W Magazine and Interview Magazine to name a few. He also has worked in Milan, Paris and New York Fashion Week.

Yohey Nakatsuka began his freelance career as a hairstylist in New York City in 2004. During his 17 years as a freelance hairstylist he has worked on editorials with renowned names such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, V magazine, V Man, W, ELLE, Marie Claire, Schon Magazine, Dazed&Confused, Flair Magazine and New York Magazine.
Yohey has also worked and attended fashion week with Eugene Souleiman and Kamo for the past 13 years in New York, London, Milan and Paris.

Megumi, born and raised in Japan, began her hairstylist journey in Japan for eight years until she came to New York in June 2013. She has been working in Manhattan downtown since then. Her expertise is in natural highlights, haircuts, multiple skilled colorings, and relaxation head spa. Megumi is a winner of Japan’s National Highlight Competition and received numerous other awards. She also worked as an instructor for highlights for three years as well. At the same time, she had experience taking special cutting lessons in London. After winning the highlights competition, the company took her to Paris for training and photo shooting experience.

20 years of experience in the beauty industry

With many years of working in hair salons, I’ve had the pleasure of providing head spa treatments that have been deeply appreciated by many clients. I was drawn to the healing power of head spa—not just transforming appearances through hair, but also soothing the mind and body.

I tailor each session to your scalp condition and personal concerns, offering a relaxing experience through a gentle, rhythmic touch. If you’re feeling tired or in need of a reset, please leave it to me.

I look forward to welcoming you at Hanare.