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xC MINISOL

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A best-selling, long-running model that has led the popularity of xC. Originally released as the world's smallest radio-controlled watch, "Minisol," it was designed with a floral motif. Delicate design touches inspired by flowers can be found throughout the lugs, dial, hands, and more, giving it a soft impression. It is also known for its excellent legibility and comfortable fit on the wrist, making it very approachable. While the case is adorably compact, it also features a bold design with a two-step bezel. Normally, a bezel might appear large, but the pink gold color of the second step stands out and tightens the overall look, so it doesn't feel out of place at all. The essence of this design, which combines delicate and bold elements, continues to be inherited by today's xC.

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The Minisol series, which was the world's smallest radio-controlled watch at the time. Despite its small size, the design is well-balanced, with an easy-to-read dial and a harmonious combination of silver and pink gold.

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A design highlight is the sloped sides of the lugs.

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At first glance, the design appears simple and compact, but soft, flower-like touches are incorporated into the details, resulting in an elegant and graceful finish.

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A bold two-step bezel. The pink gold shines brilliantly, tightening the overall balance.

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The hands are designed with smooth curves, inspired by flower buds, creating a beautiful look.

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With large indexes, you can instantly check the time. The design maintains the essential element of a watch: legibility.

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An original font with subtle curves at the tips.

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A pattern inspired by overlapping petals. The pattern appears depending on the angle of the watch, giving a gorgeous impression.

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Retro Future

In the 1970s, a new method of time display—digital display—was developed. At the time, this display function evoked expectations for watches of the near future. This watch was designed based on the idea of utilizing the effectiveness of digital display and, for the first time, adding a calculator function to a wristwatch. The first domestically produced wristwatch to combine watch and calculator functions is expressed with a unique design style: a central display monitor and 23 push buttons arranged radially around the perimeter. Achieving this in the classic round shape of a wristwatch is a testament to the creativity of watch designers. The artificial brilliance of the push buttons, arranged every 15 degrees. The simple lines of the case and band, free from any recesses or protrusions. These are the result of traditional machining, and the combination of a thick case and cool digital display creates a retro-futuristic feel through the imbalance of old and new technologies. Additionally, this early model is unified in gold, skillfully using gold with different textures for each exterior part, creating an elegant atmosphere despite the flashy color scheme. Although the distinctive button layout did not become standard, it exudes the coolness and pride of being a pioneer.

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Feeling Light

Urushi beads, diamonds, and smoked glass—each reflects light differently, revealing a model with depth and ever-changing expressions depending on the light source and time of day. The simplicity of the case shape and dial design highlights the beauty of the details, allowing you to sense not mechanical time, but the gentle passage of time illuminated by light. Although there are no indexes on the dial, the hour and minute hands are easy to read, giving the impression of a bracelet that also functions as a watch. Furthermore, urushi lacquer is not presented in the traditional way, but is fused with the watch in a modern design, letting you enjoy a contemporary expression of traditional craftsmanship. Despite its asymmetrical shape, it is comfortable to wear and offers a special feeling, as if wearing modern jewelry.

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Vitality of Nature

Many CITIZEN L models are inspired by shapes and light found in nature, and this model is themed around 'morning dew.' The three diamonds on the case move smoothly along the curve of the case, and the indexes are scattered across the dial, creating a story that evokes scenes from nature even for those who know nothing about the watch. Looking at the parts, despite the many asymmetrical elements—such as the dial pattern, index arrangement, crown position, and case shape—each is balanced in its placement, so there is no sense of discomfort or difficulty in wearing it. The asymmetrical design brings a rhythm and movement reminiscent of the vitality of nature, making you feel a relaxed, natural flow of time rather than a uniform one. Although the watch uses many diamonds and has a jewelry-like feel, the arrangement of the indexes and the spacing between the case and band give it an airy look, making it suitable for everyday wear as well.

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From Small Cues to Decoration

"Band, hands, circle"—these are the minimal components by which people recognize a watch. ◆ A watch is a "wrist" watch because it has a band. ◆ A watch is a watch because it has hands. ◆ Time was created from the recurring cycles (circles) of celestial bodies. This model seems to be a textbook example of a "watch" that focuses on these three elements. By lavishly decorating these three elements, it clearly establishes the hierarchy among the other components. Isn’t this the ideal model for all watches, combining the "watch-like" qualities users seek with the beauty of an ornament that satisfies them?