Craftsman Gotai Takase was born in Yokohama, Japan. At 18 years old in 1988, he moved to Los Angeles alone to chase his dream of becoming a professional photographer. 

While in Los Angeles, he met Goro from Goros and Riki from Wingrock, which sparked his interest in Native Jewelry. He then studied jewelry-making techniques with two esteemed figures in Santa Fe, New Mexico: Ben Hazeltine and the renowned Native American artist Ben Nighthorse. In 1995, he graduated and obtained the prestigious qualification of Gemologist Qualified Jewelry Appraiser.

Gotai Takase's long stay in Arizona and Santa Fe has allowed his creations to blend Native American culture with the West Coast culture of Los Angeles. He designs with gemstones that have a strong Indian style, such as turquoise and coral, while also frequently using precious metals like gold, platinum, diamonds, rubies, and emeralds. While preserving traditional themes based on Native American myths and legendary flora and fauna, Takase continues to create striking jewelry using the exceptional and rare Inlay and Overlay techniques combined with silver designs. His work has even been featured in Contemporary Craft in Japan.

After returning to Japan in 1997, Takase established a studio in Okayama's Hokancho and moved to a villa in Kitami City, Okayama Prefecture, in August 2015, where he enjoys creative activities and a slow lifestyle. Customers who love Sunshine Studio will cherish the handcrafted Native American-style silver jewelry, which takes at least four months to create. He maintains a discerning aesthetic judgment for each piece and is not easily swayed by "world-renowned" fashion trends. The design and brand philosophy of Sunshine Studio perfectly align with the Timeless concept upheld by Deopuz.