Mikashi

Yakamato

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Creative Skills

Apparel Design
Creative + Art Direction
Branding
Content strategy
Naming & Logos
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
Print Design
Packaging
Graphic Design
Web + E-commerce Design

Music styleS

Acid House
AFro House
Deep House
Funky House
HipHop
House
Melodic House
Minimal / Deep Tech
Tech House
Techno

Profile Story

Mikashi Yakamato is the creative alias of Badir Shawky. While studying Graphic Design at university, he first used the name for a publication project—an identity that soon evolved into a vessel for his artistic expression. Since then, Mikashi Yakamato has embodied his passion for music, design, and storytelling across multiple disciplines.

Mikashi Yakamato is an artist, DJ, and creative director with roots in Iraq and a lifelong passion for music and design. Growing up with a musical father and a painter mother, creativity became a cornerstone of his life. His early years were spent immersed in the sounds of Al Jarreau, George Benson, Shakatak, the Bee Gees, and so much more, which laid the foundation for his eclectic taste.

At 14, Mikashi discovered Hip-Hop from the 1970s to the 2000s, sparking a deep connection to its culture and history. This exploration shaped his personal growth, inspiring him to engage with breakdance, graffiti, fashion, and the broader Hip-Hop culture. It also fueled his curiosity for music’s rich backgrounds and artistic evolution.

Influenced by pioneers like Larry Heard, Frankie Knuckles, Jovonn, The Beat Junkies, Eminem, and Fela Kuti, Mikashi's musical journey expanded into house and minimal styles. During this time, he developed an addiction to collecting house tracks and albums, curating an archive of over 300GB of music between the ages of 15 and 20. This process led him to create a character and mindset dedicated to organization, precision, and storytelling.

In 2011, Mikashi began studying and exploring design, pursuing creative direction as a core interest. Today, this remains a vital aspect of his creative identity and fuels his mission to build MIKA YAKA ONE. A brand about the power of 'NOW', fostering self-understanding, inner peace, and an appreciation for the beauty of life.

As a DJ, Mikashi’s sound is rooted in groove, percussion, and emotive melodies. Drawing from elements of jazz, vocals, and instrumentation like drums, saxophones, and trumpets, he creates a dynamic and intimate connection with his audience. From house to tech-house and minimal beats, his sets embody rhythm and emotion, offering a musical experience that continues to evolve.

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