Antique Ojime bead necklaces are exquisite examples of Japanese artistry and craftsmanship. These necklaces feature intricately carved and beaded Ojime beads, small, decorative toggles historically used to secure inro (small medicine or seal cases) to the obi sash. The beads themselves can be crafted from a variety of materials like ivory, wood, lacquer, and perhaps most beautifully, mother of pearl. The mother of pearl inlay adds shimmering elegance to the carved Ojime, making each piece a…