Tokyo (Japan)

March 6, 2024
Published by TINA ISAAC-GOIZE at March 6, 2024
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At Yohji Yamamoto, a Jewelry Designer Gets Some Respect

Rie Harui, founder of Riefe, is one of the few creatives in the fashion world who co-signs the pieces she makes for the runway. Rie Harui’s […]
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February 14, 2024
Published by VIVIAN MORELLI at February 14, 2024
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A Tokyo Repair Shop Creates Its Own Watch

Masa’s Pastime hasn’t named its timepiece yet, but intends to introduce the wristwatch in April. The popular district of Kichijoji, in western Tokyo, is the place […]
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December 10, 2023
Published by VIVIAN MORELLI at December 10, 2023
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Casio’s G-Shock Celebrates Its 40th

Engineers use A.I., for the first time, to develop a one-of-a-kind anniversary version of the popular watch. How do you celebrate a 40th birthday? Get dressed […]
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November 7, 2023
Published by David Belcher at November 7, 2023
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To One Watchmaker, Gears and Pinions Are the Interesting Bits

Jiro Katayama’s designs for his Otsuka Lotec brand take inspiration from hand-held movie cameras and speedometers. Some watch designers are inspired by the grand beauty and […]
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April 3, 2023
Published by VIVIAN MORELLI at April 3, 2023
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Joy in Little-Known Watch Brands

As the hype around household names became overwhelming, some collectors turned to makers like Moritz Grossmann and Furlan Marri. Times are changing for watch collectors — […]
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August 31, 2022
Published by Hahna Yoon at August 31, 2022
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Designers From Around the World Use

Designers from around the world find inspiration in traditional garment making in their quest to eliminate fabric waste. This article is part of a series examining […]
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August 10, 2022
Published by VIVIAN MORELLI at August 10, 2022
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His Goal? ‘The Most Beautiful Watch Straps in the World’

Kunitaka Kojima of Tokyo has been creating straps by hand for almost 10 years. TOKYO — Nineteen years ago, when he began working at a factory […]
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December 10, 2021
Published by VIVIAN MORELLI at December 10, 2021
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A Japanese Star Broadens His Taste in Watches

Lately, Ryuichi Kawamura has been using design, not price, as a guide to expanding his collection. TOKYO — Ryuichi Kawamura is not only famous as the […]
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April 6, 2021
Published by VIVIAN MORELLI at April 6, 2021
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In Japan, a Watch Collection May Include an Alias

TOKYO — A De Bethune DB27 Titan Hawk V2 wristwatch alongside a plate of fried gyoza. A Kari Voutilainen 28SC flanked by a serving of tonkatsu […]
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December 1, 2020
Published by Sebastian Modak at December 1, 2020
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How to Pretend You’re in Tokyo

While your travel plans may be on hold, you can pretend you’re somewhere new for the night. Around the World at Home invites you to channel […]
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