Founding member of the Cornerstone Team. A New Yorker for 38 years with nearly 23 years of experience working in residential sales, Hikari is an experienced agent known for her deep knowledge of both New York City and local real estate. Helping a client find the perfect home is one of Hikari’s favorite parts of her role at Corcoran, and she believes that giving as much information as possible about the process is the most important aspect of being an agent. Regardless of the type of property, transaction, neighborhood, or budget, Hikari is committed to guiding her clients through every transaction from start to finish. “Finding the neighborhood or building that will work best for their needs is the important thing.” This begins with listening carefully to their criteria, explaining the nuances of the buying and selling process, and eventually advocating for the best possible deal on their behalves. “I am here to make sure my clients are making informed decisions.”
Along with extensive industry knowledge and excellent communication skills, Hikari’s clients also appreciate the exceptionally high level of service that she brings to every deal and transaction. In Hikari’s case, this means a low-key but organized approach, and a natural ability to translate her clients’ specific criteria into the right home. Hikari specializes in residential sales throughout NYC, with a strong emphasis on Manhattan (particularly Washington Heights and Harlem). Over the past two decades, she has helped clients buy and sell hundreds of properties throughout the City—primarily co-ops and condos, sizes ranging from studios to 10-room homes, and works regularly with a wide range of clients representing different needs and life situations.
Though real estate has dominated the majority of her career, Hikari’s previous background in sales and fashion has both contributed to her current role. Prior to real estate, Hikari underwent the executive training program at Lord and Taylor, worked as a department manager in Misses Sportswear, served as the VP of Design and Production for a fashion company in the garment center, and designed her own line of clothing. All of her past positions have enhanced her interpersonal, organizational, communication, and management skills (as did raising her three children!).
