Welcome!
I’m a Tokyo-based UX Designer. My mission is to bridge the gap between technology and users through intuitive and inclusive experiences. With a background in account management, software engineering, and product management, I’ve learned the value of combining business acumen, technical expertise, and user-centered design. This blend allows me to create research-driven, intuitive, and inclusive solutions that meet user needs while aligning with business goals.
In my work, I leverage my passion for design, technical knowledge, and business experience to craft seamless and efficient digital experiences. With a keen eye for detail, a collaborative mindset, and a comprehensive understanding of the product lifecycle, I ensure that every solution delivers both user satisfaction and measurable results.
I hold a Master of Science degree in Integrated Design and Media (Human-Computer Interaction) from NYU Tandon School of Engineering and a Bachelor’s in International Liberal Studies from Waseda University.
A little bit about me: originally from Tokyo, Japan, I went to Waseda University to study computer science. During this time, I worked as a UX Researcher/product manager at Mercari and helped develop two new mobile apps. This experience gave me a strong interest in understanding how good user experience can change people’s lives for the better, and how understanding users is the key to product success.
After that, I worked at Twitter as a UX Researcher on their anti-abuse efforts and later transitioned to account management. Three years of direct client interaction honed my user-centric mindset, business understanding, and problem-solving skills.
Since then, I studied Human-Computer Interaction and UX Design at NYU Tandon School of Engineering and led end-to-end user experience and product design process for Reprozip, a digital archiving tool for academia, while helping companies with website design and development.
In my free time, I volunteer at UXPA NYC and UXrescue to share my knowledge and experiences. I also play around with AR, coding, video editing, read mystery books, cook, play piano, tennis, and ballet.