Portfolio
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/165/165406/attachment_165406101 "Rather than feeling like a medical record or compliance form, DailyCare was designed to feel like sharing a warm daily update with family members. The experience helps caregivers quickly capture routine activities while naturally drawing attention to anything that changed.
[Design Decisions]
Minimal Effort for Normal Days: Most caregiving days are routine. Caregivers can quickly confirm daily activities—such as meals, medication, and hygiene—without filling out lengthy forms.
Progressive Disclosure: Additional details appear only when something differs from normal. This significantly reduces cognitive load while still allowing detailed documentation when unusual situations occur.
Focusing on Changes during Review: Families care most about understanding what was different. The review screen highlights exceptions and concerns while providing a clean summary of completed care.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/962491eb-33e5-459b-9df0-bfba9be36371 "Independently launched and managed a specialized blog on the \"note\" platform, dedicated to translating and providing commentary on public-domain Catholic literature.
AI-Assisted Translation & Writing: Utilized AI tools to streamline the translation process and structure articles, refined and edited complex historical/religious texts into accessible, engaging Japanese content.
Custom Graphic Design (Thumbnails): Designed 100% original, custom eye-catching thumbnails for each article using Photoshop and Canva (without the use of AI generation) to increase click-through rates (CTR) and maintain visual consistency.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/bfac7d8d-79f1-443b-a416-b1e0e86bd2dc "Independently launched and managed a specialized blog on the \"note\" platform, dedicated to translating and providing commentary on public-domain Catholic literature.
AI-Assisted Translation & Writing: Utilized AI tools to streamline the translation process and structure articles, refined and edited complex historical/religious texts into accessible, engaging Japanese content.
Custom Graphic Design (Thumbnails): Designed 100% original, custom eye-catching thumbnails for each article using Photoshop and Canva (without the use of AI generation) to increase click-through rates (CTR) and maintain visual consistency.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/2c3c8b1e-02e5-436c-82cf-2455f429a18a "Independently launched and managed a specialized blog on the \"note\" platform, dedicated to translating and providing commentary on public-domain Catholic literature.
AI-Assisted Translation & Writing: Utilized AI tools to streamline the translation process and structure articles, refined and edited complex historical/religious texts into accessible, engaging Japanese content.
Custom Graphic Design (Thumbnails): Designed 100% original, custom eye-catching thumbnails for each article using Photoshop and Canva (without the use of AI generation) to increase click-through rates (CTR) and maintain visual consistency.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/442219dd-b7a8-45c1-823b-12980130df98 "Conceptual Typography: Developed an original title for the fictional article and deliberately offset the text layout to visually mirror the core theme of a \"conversational gap\" (miscommunication).
Textural Metaphor: To embody the keyword \"wall,\" I incorporated a concrete-like gray palette and utilized Photoshop brushes to craft a raw, tactile texture, giving the design a grounded and gritty feel.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/38b965a1-f697-44a3-b8b8-4b29b5239918 "Creative Problem Solving with AI: Since suitable stock imagery for the strawberry daifuku was unavailable, I utilized Canva’s AI image generator to create a high-quality, appetizing visual that perfectly fit the campaign's aesthetic.
Modern & Festive Styling for a Young Demographic: Although this is a limited-edition New Year's product, I used a vibrant, festive color palette to avoid an overly heavy or rustic traditional look. By pairing sophisticated typography with elegant design accents, I captured a chic, fashionable, and modern aesthetic tailored to women in their 20s.
Original Branding (\"Kissa SHE\" Logo): I also designed the logo for the fictional cafe, \"Kissa SHE.\" I focused on evoking a warm, cozy, and inviting atmosphere that comforts the viewer while simultaneously sparking a craving for the featured strawberry daifuku.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/317fcfaa-668c-4658-ada0-7b948b9299ad "Seasonal Campaign Banners: Designed promotional banners tailored for winter and autumn marketing campaigns.
Custom Pattern Creation: Created custom polka dot patterns from scratch, tiling them seamlessly to form original background assets.
Advanced Visual Effects: Expanded my range of creative expression by effectively utilizing design effects such as drop shadows and gradients to add depth and visual interest.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/1189e48d-c639-4d00-b3e9-a46f1140d00b "Sophisticated Color Palette: Achieved a \"chic, mature yet stylish\" aesthetic by pairing subtle feminine pink with grounding brown, and a dark muted slate blue as an accent — echoing the woman's clothing for visual harmony.
Strategic Imagery & Color Grading: Selected a warm photograph to evoke belonging, with a warm orange-tinted color grade to enhance a welcoming atmosphere.
Thoughtful Typography: Paired fonts for distinct emotional tones: Zen Maru Gothic (cute/warm), Futura (sleek), and Quicksand (soft/approachable). The main catchphrase uses VDL Pen Letter for a heartfelt, conversational feel, flanked by subtle action lines.
Text Styling for High Impact: Applied a gradient effect to \"Free Admission\" to make the offer visually memorable and eye-catching.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/366e308a-0386-4f7a-90d7-7492417873b4 "Instagram-Optimized Layout: Since this is designed for an Instagram post, I kept the layout clean and consistent to minimize eye movement, ensuring a smooth and effortless visual experience as users swipe through.
Strategic Visual Hierarchy: Integrated intuitive icons to naturally guide the viewer’s eye and draw immediate attention to key information.
Expressive Design Accents: Created fluid, wavy shapes as decorative elements to visually capture the contrast between the cozy fluffiness of a bed and the restless, hazy feeling of sleeplessness.
Target Audience Appeal: Featured a stylish illustration of a woman to foster immediate relatability and a strong emotional connection with the target female demographic.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/4bdc2c36-9d56-4729-bd99-785490b038f4 "Currently managing social media operations on YouTube and Instagram. My role involves translating Gregorian chants from Latin to Japanese and producing subtitled short-form videos (Shorts and Reels). I specialize in transforming classical content into engaging digital formats tailored for modern social media platforms.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/d00e13a4-9bfe-4888-bb04-2c5426d03b86 "eal-World E-commerce Concept: Developed a fully functioning conceptual website based on a real-world scenario of launching an online storefront for my personal hobby, needle felting.
Intuitive Micro-Interactions: Implemented custom hover effects across all menus and buttons to improve the user interface, clearly signaling interactive elements and ensuring a seamless browsing experience.
Dynamic Animations with jQuery: Integrated smooth fade-in animations powered by jQuery to give the content a gentle, dynamic movement, enhancing the overall storytelling and engagement of the site.
Cohesive Visual Branding: Selected delicate web typography and a warm, organic color palette to express a natural, cozy, and charming brand identity that aligns with the artisan nature of handmade crafts.
Fully Responsive Design: Developed with a mobile-first mindset, ensuring the layout is fully responsive and optimized for a flawless viewing experience across desktops, tablets, and smartphones.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/13258163/85ef2c26-d7c8-4455-bff9-9e18dd021b27 "1. End-to-end ownership: hand-coded the main pages in HTML/CSS and integrated a WordPress blog — and operate the live site.
2. Formal yet readable: navy/gold/ivory and the crest convey gravitas, while serif type and ample spacing keep long text legible.
3. Responsive: the desktop two-column layout becomes large tappable blocks on mobile.
4. Achieved high client satisfaction through in-depth consultations.")
About
Originally from Okinawa, Japan.
After earning a BA in Linguistics from the University of the Ryukyus, I founded a tea-ceremony-themed café — leading its branding, menu & signage design, marketing, and product development.
In 2019 I moved to the United States, where I now work across web design, translation, and education from Wisconsin.
Grounded in both language and design,
I turn ideas into clear, resonant communication — and learn something new every day.
Country:
United States.
Member since:
October 24, 2025