About Matsu Jewellery

Born and raised in Toronto Ontario in Canada, Jennifer Shigetomi - the creative force behind Matsu- initially pursued an education in fine arts at the Ontario College of Art and Design. Although the four years at OCAD fueled her artistic drive, she realized she had a technical side that needed an outlet. After exploring evening courses in wax carving for jewellery, Jennifer discovered that she had found a medium that balanced her artistry and technical interests. She enrolled in the three-year goldsmith program at George Brown College in Toronto. Alongside business partner and sister, Lisa, Matsu Jewellery set up their first studio/showroom in 1996. High demand and space issues prompted the sister team to relocate their working studio to a Toronto storefront location, where they operated Matsu from October 2004 to September 2021. In 2014, Matsu opened a second location, Matsu North, in the town of Newmarket. Starting September 2021, this location has become Matsu Jewellery's primary showroom, workshop, and office. "We have loved growing our business in Toronto for the past 25 years and we are excited for this next chapter outside of the city and closer to nature" Jennifer's elegant, contemporary style is achieved through a balance of artistry and technique. Her work in Sterling and Karat gold can be found in stores and galleries throughout Canada and the United States.Read their story