Each KOHA frame is born from an intricate, multi-step process in Fukui city, Japan. A region with a long-standing tradition of eyewear craftsmanship.
Each KOHA frame is born from an intricate, multi-step process in Fukui city, Japan. A region with a long-standing tradition of eyewear craftsmanship.
November 24, 2025 The young Albanian brand KOHA Eyewear designs sunglasses as bridges between cultures: those of the Balkans, but also those of Japan, the cradle of high-end eyewear. Stiven Rada, founder of KOHA Eyewear, has cultivated a curiosity for beautiful things since childhood, having grown up in a family where perfumes, bottles, and elegant […]
KOHA Eyewear at Silmo 2025: A Stronger Identity, A Deeper Story Silmo 2025 has officially come to a close, and for KOHA Eyewear, this edition marked a powerful new chapter. Returning to Paris one year after our debut at Silmo 2024, we arrived with more maturity, more confidence, and a collection that carries our identity […]
Like many everyday items we take for granted today, eyewear — especially sunglasses, has a rich and winding history in Albania. Shaped by closed borders, cultural pride, and eventually, freedom, the evolution of crafted eyewear in Albania mirrors the country’s journey toward self-expression and modern identity. A Glimpse of the First Pairs (1930s) In the […]
The Guest Room: A Sacred Space of Hospitality In traditional Albanian homes, especially in the northern and central regions, the Oda e Miqve — the guest room — held a place of honor. This was not merely a room, but a symbol of respect, dignity, and communal memory. It was where elders gathered, decisions were […]
From September 20 to 23, 2024, we had the opportunity to visit SILMO Paris, one of the world’s most prestigious optical fairs, held at Paris Nord Villepinte. The fair brought together visionaries from across the globe — independent designers, established brands, materials experts, and creative minds — all celebrating the evolving world of eyewear. As […]
Our eyewear is proudly produced in Fukui, a place where centuries-old tradition meets careful craftsmanship. Known as the birthplace of Japan’s premium eyewear industry, this region has transformed from a quiet farming area into the global heart of sophisticated frame making. A Legacy Born from Community and Craftsmanship More than 100 years ago, Fukui’s journey […]
