Ginza, the Tokyo district where the Seiko story began, inspires two watches that celebrate Seiko’s 140th anniversary

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  The Ginza district in central Tokyo has a special importance for Seiko. It was where the company’s founder, Kintaro Hattori, opened a shop selling and repairing clocks and watches in 1881, when he was just 21 years old and, … Continued

A new Spring Drive movement and a unique dial capture the Nature of Time

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  In February 2021, Grand Seiko introduced a high-beat watch whose dial design incorporated a series of delicate lines that echoed the intricate nature of tree-rings. This watch celebrated the 140th anniversary of the company’s founding and won high praise … Continued

Time and Nature in perfect harmony. A Grand Seiko creation powered by a new Spring Drive movement celebrates the company’s 140th anniversary

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  Kintaro Hattori founded his company in 1881 and led it until his death at the age of 73 in 1934. His philosophy was that his company should be “Always one step ahead of the rest” and, while it was … Continued

Grand Seiko presents a Spring Drive masterpiece that captures the ever-changing yet eternal nature of the sky at night

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  High up in the mountains of the southern part of Japan’s Shinshu region is Achi, a village that is famous for its spectacular night skies. Thanks to its high elevation, its remoteness and the crisp cleanliness of its air, … Continued

Prospex, Presage and Astron take inspiration from the many faces of Japan to celebrate Seiko’s 140th anniversary

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  When Kintaro Hattori founded his company in 1881, he was just 21 years old. During his fifty years at the helm, Seiko became the leading watch company in Japan, with its own design and production facilities. This achievement was … Continued