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Sophie’s Ring Reimagined: A Howl’s Moving Castle Inspired Engagement Ring
Every custom engagement ring begins with a vision. For this project, the inspiration came from the enchanting world of Howl’s Moving Castle. The couple’s vision was for a design inspired by Sophie’s iconic ring, one that could be recognized but...
Echoes of the Sea : A Ring of Depth and Grace
Continuing the story of this ocean inspired engagement set, the second ring presents a calm and refined design. In contrast to the first ring, this piece reflects the steady rhythm of the tide, highlighting its heirloom diamond and detailed craftsmanship....
Echoes of the Sea: A Ring of Light and Flow
When they began the journey to create their matching engagement-style rings, this couple brought with them a shared love of the ocean. Inspired by meaningful moments spent along the coasts of Hawaii, Mexico, and San Diego, their design story is...
A Hammerhead Shark Memorial Ring Honoring Family and Legacy
When Emma came to Takayas Custom Jewelry, she carried with her a deep love for the ocean and the cherished memories of her father. She envisioned a meaningful memorial ring that would celebrate his life and the countless moments they...
Fantasy-Inspired Custom Jewelry: A Tiara Reimagined as a Personal Ring
At Takayas Custom Jewelry, our greatest joy comes from transforming personal stories into tangible treasures. When Jasric reached out to us, she brought with her a vision filled with power, meaning, and elegance. As an artist and storyteller, Jasric had...
Custom Wedding Band Inspired by Nergigante from Monster Hunter, Forged with Strength and Connection
From Bazelgeuse to NergiganteWhen a couple came to us to create a new custom wedding band inspired by the fierce Elder Dragon Nergigante, it marked the next chapter in a story we had already begun. A few years earlier, we...
Custom Wedding Bands Inspired by Elvish Design and Modern Craftsmanship
When a couple returns to Takayas Custom Jewelry, it’s more than a repeat visit, it’s the continuation of a personal story. That’s exactly what happened when Nicholas and Melanie reached out once again to design their custom wedding bands, following...
Custom Jewelry Inspired by One Piece: A Tribute from Fan to Fan
As a lifelong fan of One Piece, it’s been one of the greatest honors of my design career to bring the world of Luffy and the Straw Hat crew to life through custom jewelry. Every piece I’ve created is more...
Ocean-Inspired Custom Wedding Rings with Rare Benitoite | Jon & Aura’s Story

Jon & Aura’s wedding rings were inspired by ocean waves and crafted around rare California benitoite. Discover how their meaningful custom set came to life with Takayas.

Kingdom Hearts Engagement Ring Featuring an Heirloom Diamond
Takayas has the privilege of crafting engagement rings that are more than just jewelry—they are tangible symbols of love, commitment, and cherished memories. This week, we are thrilled to share the story of Kyle, who recently proposed to his fiancée...
A Tribute to Infinite Love and Nature Montana Sapphire Engagement Ring
Love stories are as unique as the people who share them, and Shoji and Angie's journey is no exception. When Shoji decided to propose, he knew that a traditional engagement ring wouldn't do--he wanted something that truly embodied their love,...
A Legend of Zelda Wedding Band Worthy of Hyrule
Takayas loves crafting pieces that tell a story—especially when that story is as legendary as The Legend of Zelda. When Adam approached us to design an engagement ring for his fiancée Sarah, he created a stunning Sheikah Eye-inspired  piece that...
Star Wars and Anime Inspired Wedding Ring: A Design Inspired by a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Several years ago, Adam came to Takayas to commission a one-of-a-kind Legend of Zelda-inspired engagement ring for Sarah. As they were preparing to exchange vows last year, Adam once again entrusted Takayas with a deeply personal project – this time...
Sakura’s Promise: A Magical Cardcaptor Sakura Inspired Ring
Engagement rings symbolize love and commitment, but a custom design can elevate that symbolism into something deeply personal and magical. For one couple, their journey to the perfect ring intertwined with the enchanting world of Cardcaptor Sakura, creating a piece...
Jazz Music Inspired Engagement Ring
When Jeff set out to commission an engagement ring for his girlfriend, Natasha, he knew it had to reflect her deep love for jazz. As a professional jazz singer, music is central to her life, and he wanted a design...
The Legend of Zelda and Howl’s Moving Castle inspired Engagement Ring
At Takayas Custom jewelry, we love working with clients from around the world to bring their unique love stories to life through custom-designed jewelry. One of our recent projects was for Kenny, a client from France who had a very...
Final Fantasy XIV Samurai and Viper Inspired Wedding Band
When Ryleigh set out to create the perfect gift for her husband, who would be returning from the Navy for the holidays, she wanted something that celebrated their love but also reflected his favorite passions. With Christmas fast approaching, she...
Dragon Ball and Halo Reclaimer Inspired Wedding Band
When Jordan reached out to Takayas to create a special ring for her husband, she had a unique vision in mind—a one-of-a-kind piece that would handsomely combine his love for Dragon Ball and Halo. While Jordan wanted the design to...
Elegant Elvish Tech and Neuroscience Inspired Wedding Rings
Nicholas and Anastasia are a couple whose shared love of science and technology shapes their lives, including their love story. With backgrounds rooted in cutting-edge fields, their interests span from the futuristic possibilities of transhumanism to the intricate workings of...
Kingdom Hearts Crown and Heartless Inspired Wedding Band
When Leslie reached out to us for her partner Jay’s wedding band, she knew it had to be something truly  special—something that captured their love for the iconic Kingdom Hearts series. Reaching out to Takayas, Leslie envisioned a sleek, masculine,...
Final Fantasy XIV Paladin and Bard Inspired Engagement Ring
When Michael set out to find the perfect engagement ring for his girlfriend Bernice, he envisioned a design that would capture the essence of their shared love for Final Fantasy XIV. To bring his vision to life for a proposal...