The Akoya Pearl's Journey: Understanding Ise-Shima's Pearl Cultivation
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Pearls have a charm that's hard to resist, and much of this allure comes from the fascinating process of their formation. The Ise-Shima region in Japan is renowned for its pearl cultivation, and to truly appreciate these gems, it's worth understanding the Akoya oyster's role in this process. Introducing the Akoya Oyster Central to Ise-Shima's pearl industry is the Akoya oyster, scientifically known as Pinctada fucata martensii. These oysters are modest in size, but they're responsible for producing pearls that are highly valued for their brilliance and roundness. Typically, the pearls they produce range in size from 3mm to 10mm....