Akoni
Akoni is a luxury eyewear brand founded in Switzerland in 2020. It designs sunglasses and optical frames that are made in Japan by specialist eyewear craftsmen.
| Founded | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| Manufacturing | Japan |
| Products | Sunglasses, optical frames |
| Website | akoni.com |
What is Akoni?
Akoni is a designer eyewear brand founded in Switzerland in 2020 by an international team. It presents its products as a combination of Swiss precision and Japanese artistry.
Products and positioning
The range covers sunglasses and optical frames plus eyewear accessories, positioned at the luxury end of the market. Frames are manufactured in Japan by master eyewear craftsmen. Collections have included special series such as an Anniversary Edition and a Gold Series, and the brand emphasises the work of the skilled Japanese craftsmen behind each frame.
- Sunglasses
- Optical frames
- Made in Japan production
Distribution
Akoni sells through its own online store, which ships to dozens of countries with local pricing, and through optical retailers and boutiques listed in its store locator. It is also stocked by luxury platforms such as SSENSE.
Why it matters
Akoni is part of a wave of young luxury eyewear labels that pair European design with Japanese frame manufacturing to compete with long-established eyewear houses.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Akoni from?
Akoni was founded in Switzerland in 2020, and its frames are made in Japan.
What does Akoni sell?
Akoni sells luxury sunglasses and optical frames, plus eyewear accessories.