Biwa Freshwater Pearls

About

Biwa freshwater pearls are among the most distinctive and sought-after pearl shapes in jewelry design. Unlike classic round pearls, they form in irregular, elongated shapes, sticks, bars, and flat petals because they grow without a bead nucleus, producing thick, all-nacre layers and a rich, satiny luster. At Beads of Cambay , we have spent years carefully curating biwa pearl beads for designers, studios, and collectors who value authenticity and quality in every strand.