S2 Episode 5 | Ami Rizek of Doki Doki Kawaii
Joe Mallo • October 29, 2025
Join Joe Mallo as he speaks with Ami Rizek, founder of Doki Doki Kawaii Shop, Northeast Ohio’s only anime and kawaii-focused store.
Ami shares how she turned her love for Japanese pop culture into a thriving business, the challenges of running a small shop, and the importance of learning to delegate. She also talks about building a community for fans and her plans to grow the store.
Tune in for an inspiring story about passion, hard work, and creating a space where everyone feels they belong!
🔗 Connect with Ami Rizek
- ami.rizek@gmail.com
- https://www.dokidokikawaii.shop
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