Digital Product Designer drawing on experience in UX design, design systems, accessibility, and front-end development. With a background in application development across startups and agencies, I transitioned into UX and product design to create scalable, user-centered experiences.

2023 — NowElsevierSenior UX Designer

2023 — Now

Tokyo, Japan

As the first designer based in Japan, I lead product design and workflow improvements within the Health Division, focusing on digital services for medical professionals, such as medical education and medical reference tools.

■ Key Responsibilities:

User Research & Analysis: Conduct user research and interviews to identify needs, behaviors, and pain points, translating insights into design improvements.

Localized Design System: Develop and expand a design system tailored for the Japanese market, aligning with global design guidelines.

Data-Driven: Implement usability evaluations and user behavior analysis with Pendo/Adobe Analytics.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Align with directors and content managers for strategic product planning based on business objectives.

■ Additional Roles:

Brand Guidelines: Develop localized brand guidelines that ensure consistency with global standards.

Global Feedback: Offer Japanese market insights to global teams, ensuring local relevance and acceptance.

Acting Product Manager

2025 — NowMusashino Art University (MAU)Parttime Lecturer

2025 — Now

Tokyo, Japan

Teaching an undergraduate UX design class

Discuss course planning with the professor and lead instructor

Conduct classes in collaboration with and in support of the lead instructor

2024 — 2025Musashino Art University (MAU)Teaching Assistant

2024 — 2025

Tokyo, Japan

Assisted in an undergraduate UX design course by supporting the professor and the instructor, providing feedback and evaluations for assigned student groups.