Akiko Find Japanese specialties in Hamburg's Neustadt

Directly in the Wexstraßel lies the small shop Akiko. Here you can discover all kinds of fascinating fashion and hand-picked home accessories.

Beautiful floral patterns and modern geometric shapes delight the eye, as do the traditional Japanese models.
Akiko combines Japanese styles and patterns with Western design and functionality. The materials come from Japan, the processing takes place directly in Hamburg. Products such as fabric, paper, ceramics or bamboo are thus transformed by hand into unique accessories. The close cooperation with Hamburg manufacturers and artists gives the products a special uniqueness. From small gifts and stylish home accessories to special items of clothing, shopping here is fun!

Japanese art of Origami for do-it-yourself

For Japan lovers, newly fascinated or anyone who would like to try Japanese art for themselves, the owner Akiko offers small workshops in her shop in the Neustadt. Whether crane or lotus blossom, here you learn the well-known Japanese art of paper folding: Origami. The Origami paper from Japan in various shapes and colours can also be found in the shop to copy at home.

 

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