Seiko Watch

“Always one step ahead of the rest”

This ethos, that of founder Kintaro, is one that is upheld to this day by Seiko and the Presage collection.

What Seiko cherishes most is a beauty that never grows old and a sense of comfort when worn.

The enamel used for the dial of Japan’s first wristwatch, the Laurel, still retains its vivid color and graceful beauty even after a hundred years.

Guided by the Japanese sense of aesthetics, Presage continues this legacy of craftsmanship—creating uniquely Japanese timepieces that embody traditional techniques such as lacquer, Shippo enamel, and Arita porcelain, all nurtured by Japan’s natural environment and culture.

Seiko’s wish is this: just as we can feel the spirit of our predecessors through a watch made a century ago, may our watches carry our thoughts and artistry to people a hundred years from now—like a time capsule connecting generations.

Enamel Dial

The enamel dial, also used in Japan’s first wristwatch—the Laurel—is admired for its gentle luster and warm texture. Its soft, glowing surface and rich color that never fades continue to captivate the eyes of those who wear it.

The enamel dials are produced in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan.

Urushi Lacquer Dial

Crafted by repeatedly applying layers of lacquer made from the sap of the urushi tree, the urushi dial is known for its deep, lustrous black—so profound that it inspired the very term “shikkoku” (jet black).

These urushi lacquer dials are produced in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture—a city renowned as the heart of Japan’s lacquer artistry. Nurtured by samurai culture, Kanazawa’s elegant beauty and well-preserved streets, spared from wartime destruction and major disasters, continue to embody Japan’s refined heritage and remain beloved as a precious cultural treasure.

Arita Porcelain Dial

Made from Arita-yaki, Japan’s first porcelain with a history of over 400 years, the Arita porcelain dial preserves the traditional soft sheen and graceful charm while achieving enhanced durability through newly developed materials.

These porcelain dials are produced in Arita, Saga Prefecture. In 1616, exceptional porcelain stone was discovered in this region, leading to the birth of Arita-yaki—Japan’s first porcelain—and establishing a tradition that continues to this day. For over four centuries, the master craftsmanship of Arita has been passed down through generations, enchanting people worldwide with its distinctive artistry.

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