Naoto Taira
When people come to the store, they aren’t just searching for glasses. They’re searching for vision.
Engineering Clarity,
Enhancing Vision
What drives you as an optician?
When people come to the store, they aren’t just searching for glasses. They’re searching for vision. As an optician, my work is more than just prescribing spectacle lenses—it’s about solving real problems. Sight is a fundamental need, and when someone struggles to see clearly, it affects every part of their life.
How do you ensure each patient gets the best possible vision?
I believe in being meticulous and precise. Every eye is unique, and even small differences in prescription can impact how someone sees the world. That’s why I use advanced equipment to ensure accuracy in every prescription. With the right technology, I can confidently deliver the best vision solution tailored to each individual.
Why are many people so confident with the Nikon Lenswear brand?
Nikon has a long history in optics, and that’s something that many people truly trust. Knowing that we are working with a company that has so many years of expertise is a confident boost that the best technology are offered to patients. Again, the Z Series is a perfect example. Nikon has brought the technology from Nikon cameras into Nikon Eyeglass Lenses, and the result is incredible—more contrast, better clarity, and overall improved vision. It reassures many people that they are offering the highest-quality spectacle lenses available to the patients.
Can you share more about the innovation from Nikon Lenswear?
Over the years, Nikon Lenswear have had many innovations that provide really great personalised vision solutions. Most recently, their Z Series progressive lenses have been a game-changer. The way these eyeglass lenses enhance contrast is remarkable. Many patients from the store tells us that they feel their vision has become sharper and more effortless. It’s not just about clear vision; it’s about improving their whole experience with the world around them. In fact, we even have people coming into the store and asking for Z Series lenses. This just shows how powerful this latest innovation is.
From Stage to Store: Journey with Vision
I remember an elderly patient, who was really a legendary rock musician, came in and complained about this struggle with vision for years. He came in frustrated, thinking nothing could help him see better and this is hindering his passion in music. As a musician myself, I could understand his frustration. So, I sat down and spent time understanding his concerns and after a detailed eye test, I prescribed him Nikon Spectacle Lenses that addressed his specific needs. The day he put them on, he just stood there, looking around in silence. I have to be honest, I was nervous at first, but when he gave me a big smile, I knew this is the moment I lived for.
Life. Because vision is how we experience the world, connect with people, and cherish every moment. Without clear vision, life loses a little of its magic. That’s why I do what I do—to help people see the beauty in their everyday lives.
