Today we’d like to introduce you to Mariko Sato of chidoriya.
(The brand ambassador of chidoriya in USA)
History of chidoriya:
In its first years, Mr. Osamu Horikiri focused on making original beauty goods and handbags for Maiko (apprentice Geisha) and Geisha. Geisha and Maiko “girls” of that generation were fashion and beauty trendsetters in Kyoto.
Ms. Tomomi Horikiri (Osamu’s second daughter) was a make-up artist in both New York & Japan for more than 25 years working with major musicians, models, and actresses. She has met many people who were having skin problems such as acne, eczema, etc… that encouraged her to do extensive research about the cosmetics and skincare products which she has been using at the time. The results, she discovered that many allergic/skin reactions are caused by the chemical /synthetic ingredients that are contained in them.
One day, she received a gift from her friend… a herbal water that is made by her grandmother. The idea came to her… ” I can make skin care products that are 100% natural and organic using Japanese traditional ingredients with a twist.” She continued her research based on the philosophy that cosmetic ingredients should be almost the same as what we eat!
Chidoriyaworld.com was established by Tomomi in New York in 1999 with her wish to introduce the excellent beauty goods of Japan. The first product launched was: pure camellia oil based “Azuki red bean & brown sugar soap”. Since then we have produced products using the traditional ingredients such as Yuzu, Greentea, Azuki, Rice bran and Gettou (Alpinia speciosal) as well as unique beauty items such as Tsuge boxwood combs, brushes, Kimono pouches and Kanzashi hair sticks.
In November 2016, they have opened a branch office in Chicago!
You can find their brand at MERZ APOTHECARY (EST 1875)
4716 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 989-0900
17 E Monroe St. Chicago, IL 60603 (312)781-6900
They love Chicago and the Chicago customers!!!
Has it been a smooth road?
In 1999, the very first facial cleanser we have created which is called “Azuki & brown sugar soap” for all skin types.
We use the traditional poured and cured process for all of our cleansers.
There are absolutely no synthetic ingredients used in them, this particular cleanser did not get solidified easily.
Due to some of the main ingredients like Azuki bean powder and brown sugar, the soap consists and attracts so much moisture and did not harden… but we never gave up and kept on trying! And finally found some ways to make this beautiful cleanser to form perfectly without using any chemicals. (It’s our trade secrets).
This item has been one of our best selling items for a long time.
CLARIFYING FACIAL CLEANSER: AZUKI & BROWN SUGAR
So, as you know, we’re impressed with chidoriyaworld – tell our readers more, for example, what you’re most proud of as a company and what sets you apart from others.
I feel that we are one of the very first companies to start truly natural and handcrafted product line that is uniquely packaged, formulated and also fairly priced.
Our director, Ms. Horikiri is an extremely talented makeup artist and has lived/worked in NYC for more than 2 decades.
She creates products using Japanese traditional remedies with a modern twist.
I started my career as an assistant to Ms. Horikiri in 1993 in New York.
Creating organic skincare was her dream, and she had a solid plan.
In 1999, she asked me to join the new Chidoriya corporation in NYC, and I said yes! I’ve been married to Chidoriya since.
We believe in being original and not copying others. We still wrap each Azuki & Brown Sugar Soap by hand –machines just can’t do this job. I think there is a bit more charm being a lifestyle brand more than just skincare brand.
Let’s touch on your thoughts about our city – what do you like the most and least?
Delicious food and wine! We really enjoy them so much that my boyfriend’s jeans from NY became nicely fitted skinny jeans…
Pricing:
- HYDRATING FACIAL CLEANSER – PURE SILK & KOMENUKA RICE BRAN $14.00
- PEACH MOON HERBAL WATER 4OZ. $37.00
- ORIGINAL PURE CAMELLIA OIL $32.00
- YUZU LIP BALM $16.00
- OIL BLOTTING FACE PAPER (30SHEETS) $7.00
Contact Info:
- Address: N. Oakley Avenue,
Chicago, IL 60618 - Website: chidoriyaworld.com
- Phone: 773-739-9031
- Email: info@chidoriyaworld.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chidoriyaworld/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Chidoriyaworld-131075360252936/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/chidoriyaworld
Image Credit:
Chidoriya Corp. Chidoriyaworld, Kyoto Chidoriya, Alfredo Catedral-Webb
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