Japan is ever a country of contradictions. On one hand, while it’s one of the most respected watchmaking nations alongside Switzerland and Germany, that status is largely due to just a trio of ...

Hajime Asaoka’s approach is reminiscent of the high-end independent Swiss watchmakers that many feel represent the best of the industry. He’s said to take on “every part of the watchmaking process ...

Seiko revealed new watches based on the popular Pokemon video game franchise. The renowned watch brand shows four watch models; two are based on Pikachu, and one each for Eevee (with its Japanese ...

Here is a man whose taste in fine wine (he owns a vineyard) and automobiles (he competes in the Mille Miglia classic car ...

This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. Most people know about Swiss watches, but Japan produces ...

Professional watchmaker Ryan Jewell breaks down two different Carpenter watches; one watch with Japanese movement and another with Swiss movement. working in New York City. Today we're gonna break ...

The 10 artisans in Seiko’s Micro Artist Studio produce the Masterpiece Collection. By Vivian Morelli SHIOJIRI, JAPAN — The surroundings look a great deal like the Vallée de Joux in Switzerland, the ...

Philippe Dufour has had faithful fans, helped young talents and even starred in a manga. By Vivian Morelli TOKYO — How many Swiss watchmakers can say they star in a manga? Philippe Dufour can. But ...