saco Hair Academy Fukuoka Japan

Our team

SACO CEO & INTERNATIONAL CREATIVE DIRECTOR

RICHARD ASHFORTH

Richard first studied Art and Art History, before embarking upon a career in hair- dressing. After initially training in his home City of Sheffield, he moved to London in the late 80’s to begin a glittering career with Vidal Sassoon which would last almost 20 years! Richard strives to uphold the values of quality, professionalism and modernity in everything he does

Nobu Eto
saco JAPAN CREATIVE DIRECTOR

NOBU ETO

Nobu started his career as a hair dresser in japan over the next few years Nobu built a reputation for being a hairdresser who gave the highest standard in his work
in 2005 after graduating from the world renowned vidal sassoon academey nobu started working salon, education & fashion world.

In London Nobu’s hairdressing now combines the editorial world and precision cutting together to create current commercial salon looks.

  • JAPAN HAIRDRESSER AWARDS NOMINEE 2014 / 2016 / 2017
  • JAPAN HAIRDRESSER AWARDS WINNIR area stylist of the year 2016
  • NOBU release a HIS collection book2020
  • Serialization hair cutting in hair magazine 2019-2020
  • Serialization creation in hair magazine 2022
  • 2023 JHA Japan Hairdressing Award Grand Prize Nomination
Makiko
saco Japan manager

MAKIKO KURODA

Makiko first studied English in New Zealand and then returned to Japan. In 2012, she began her journey as a hairstylist in Fukuoka. After successfully completing her apprentice training, Makiko started working alongside Nobu Eto. Through her dedication and skill, she built a successful clientele and was eventually promoted to manager. Currently, Makiko is one of the busiest stylists and has been nominated for 7 consecutive years, showcasing her exceptional talent and expertise in the industry.

  • 2019 First place Winner area circuit cutting competition in Fukuoka
  • 2022 Second place Winner area circuit cutting competition in japan
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