Tag: Japanese watch
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Watch reviews: Monogriis Resta Small Seconds Ivory Dial
A new beginning Some brands launch with a clear vision. Others evolve until they discover what they truly want to create. MONOGRIIS falls into the latter category. While preparing this review, I had the opportunity to ask Tsubasa Ohira, the founder of MONOGRIIS, about the story behind the brand and the philosophy that shaped the RESTA.…
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Watch reviews: JPW JP002 – Tsuki
Some time ago, I had the opportunity to review JPW’s first model, the Mount Fuji Silhouette in its pink gold configuration. It was a watch that left a strong impression on me thanks to its tasteful design, Japanese-inspired details, and excellent value proposition. Over time, I found myself becoming quite fond of it, appreciating the…
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Watch reviews: Wancher Aka Fuji Urushi Kindai Maki-e
Today I’m introducing something new, something I honestly didn’t know much about until recently, and something that’s surprisingly hard to find proper information on. And the more I looked into it, the more questions came up and there I was sucked into a new rabbit hole. When you see “Maki-e” on a dial, it immediately…
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Watch reviews: JPW Mount Fuji
Japanese microbrands have been quietly gaining more and more attention in recent years. Known for their focus on detail, thoughtful design, and strong connection to local craftsmanship, they often offer something a little different compared to the more mainstream names. JPW fits right into that space. As I couldn’t find much information about them, so I…
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Watch reviews: 24K Kinpaku Nuri/Maki-e
Microbrands… what a fascinating world they are. While big brands often play it safe, microbrands dare to experiment, to take risks, and sometimes to create real art for the wrist. They’re driven less by corporate boards and more by passion by heritage, craftsmanship, and the desire to do something different. One of the microbrands I…
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Watch reviews: Kuoe Royal Smith 90-008
Vintage Elegance: The 1940s-Inspired Japanese Watch That Instantly Caught My Eye There’s something undeniably special about vintage-inspired watches — the way they capture the spirit of a bygone era while offering the reliability of modern craftsmanship. When KUOE released the Royal Smith 90-008, a timepiece rooted in the refined aesthetics of the 1940s, it immediately…
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Meet the Brands: Kuoe Watches
Introducing a Japanese micro‑brand delivering stylish, vintage-inspired watches Founded in 2020 by Kenji Uchimura, KUOE draws its inspiration not from passing trends, but from the past, creating vintage inspired models. The brands story begins much earlier than its official launch. In 2010, while studying language in London, Kenji Uchimura wandered into a small shop that…