User:Jebtize71/Oz Abstract Toyko

Oz Abstract Tokyo is a Japanese based jewelry and accessory retailer. The company is also known for designing and manufacturing high-end urban and gothic culture related jewelry.

The company is headquartered in Tokyo, but operate worldwide due to the exclusivity of the product they stock. Their stock ranges from jewelry, pierces, leather goods, personal accessories and apparel, from both Japanese and international designers.

The business trades from one head store in the Harajuku district of central Tokyo and distributes worldwide via an online boutique. Oz Abstract markets itself as a supplier of exclusive handmade gothic and rock inspired jewelry.

History
Oded Shimoni who is the current President founded Oz Abstract Tokyo in 2004 in Tokyo, Japan. Shimoni began producing high end Jewelry in 2000 at only 17 years of age. While living in Japan he began working for the Japanese jeweler, Avi Silvers. He went onto found his own company, which developed into designing and selling his own collections, while also importing other collections.

After its foundation expansion was gradual, and led to the company opening their flagship store in the district of Harajuku, which opened in 2005. After the opening of the store, they went onto collaborate with other local designers and brands. These collaborations led to the company featuring worldwide in fashion magazines.

The online boutique opened in 2011.

Management
Oded J. Shimoni who is the current President and Art Director founded the company. Shimoni is in charge of company operations, including design, quality control, direction, and finance. Tomoko Kawashima is the Vice President and Shareholder she also acts as an advisor.

Products
The company operates within the urban and gothic markets, with prices ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars for each item. The Oz Abstract Tokyo boutique offers a combination of its own range alongside renowned Japanese and international designers.

The Oz Abstract Tokyo boutique offers a combination of Oz Abstract jewelry and accessory collections combined with those of renowned Japanese and international designers.

Oz Abstract Line
The Oz Abstract line consists of high-end jewelry and accessory pieces, which have been produced since 2004. The pieces are handmade from silver and gemstones, with cultural motifs.

The line is heavily influenced by rock and gothic trends and are produced for a wide demographic, from affluent and trendy youth to old rock ‘n’ roll generations. The designers BigBlackMaria, Kaliko Lucy, and Uzu Emperor have all designed pieces for the line. The Oz Abstract line is also stocked by Dress Code, based in Hong Kong.

Stores
The Oz Abstract Tokyo flagship store opened in 2005 in the shopping district of Harajuku. The store on Harajuku Street is underground, giving it an unusual shopping experience. The store is also decorated with signature urban artwork.