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Exciting Victory at the 9th Jewelry Coordinator Competition

On August 27, 2026, the 9th Jewelry Coordinator Customer Service Competition took place during the Japan Jewelry Fair (JJF) 2026. The event, hosted by the Japan Jewelry Association (JJA) in Taito, Tokyo, showcased the top talent in the jewelry coordination industry. The final round was held on a public stage, where five finalists competed fiercely for the coveted title.

After a rigorous judging process that included preliminary and semi-final rounds, Hiroko Niino emerged as the champion of this year's competition. Niino, representing Orefice, captured the hearts of the judges and audience alike with her exceptional skills and passion for jewelry.

The competition not only recognized Niino's talent but also celebrated all the finalists, each of whom received a trophy as a symbol of their achievement. The awards ceremony that followed the final judging was a moment of pride and joy for all participants.

Here are the results of the final judging and the awards presented to the finalists:

• - Champion: Hiroko Niino (Orefice)

- Awarded a trophy, a certificate, a cash prize of 300,000 yen, and a pair of accommodation vouchers worth 100,000 yen.

• - Runner-up: Kazushi Takahashi (Sadamatsu)

- Awarded a trophy, a certificate, a cash prize of 150,000 yen, and meal vouchers worth 50,000 yen.

• - Third Place: Asumi Mishima (Vandoeuvre Yamada)

- Awarded a trophy, a certificate, a cash prize of 100,000 yen, and meal vouchers worth 30,000 yen.

• - Special Award: Shigeki Saito (Verti)

- Awarded a trophy, a certificate, a cash prize of 50,000 yen, and meal vouchers worth 10,000 yen.

• - Special Award: Rumi Shibata (As-me Estehl)

- Awarded a trophy, a certificate, a cash prize of 50,000 yen, and meal vouchers worth 10,000 yen.

After the trophy presentation, a commemorative photo was taken with all the finalists. The photo included (from left to right): Special Award winner Shigeki Saito, Runner-up Kazushi Takahashi, Keita Nagahori (President of the Japan Jewelry Association), Champion Hiroko Niino, Third Place Asumi Mishima, and Special Award winner Rumi Shibata.

The atmosphere during the final was filled with excitement and anticipation, making it a remarkable event in the jewelry community. JJA President Keita Nagahori expressed his pride in the participating contestants and emphasized the importance of this competition in highlighting talents in the jewelry sector.

As the event concluded, the finalists not only gained recognition but also received invaluable experience that will contribute to their careers in jewelry coordination. The Japan Jewelry Fair continues to serve as a vital platform for showcasing innovation and craftsmanship in the jewelry industry.