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The striking impact of the asymmetrical silhouette stirs an irresistible urge to pick it up. The prominently placed depth gauge on the dial and the sensor at the 9 o’clock position spark the imagination—what if you actually dove into the sea?—and ultimately ignite a genuine desire to own it.
This model not only stimulates such subconscious feelings in users, but also possesses the functionality to fully satisfy those emotions. As with any product, not just watches, if you pursue functionality alone, you risk ending up with something bland and lacking in character. This model, however, brilliantly balances functionality with an iconic appearance, even within the constraints of ISO/JIS standards and underwater visibility requirements.
As its nickname "Mola Mola Diver" suggests, the model features a silhouette so distinctive that it can be recognized at a glance, yet it never compromises on the functions required of a diver's watch. It truly embodies the designer’s essential role: achieving both practicality and a uniquely attractive appearance.

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The world’s first light-powered diver’s watch with a depth gauge log memory. Its unique silhouette perfectly matches its nickname, "Mola Mola Diver."

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The depth gauge is positioned at 9 o’clock and the LCD at 3 o’clock, making the functional displays clearly and independently organized on either side. The layout neatly arranges a wealth of information for easy reading.

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The minute hand and depth gauge are finished in a vivid orange, prioritizing the display of minutes and depth—both crucial during diving.

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The background of the depth gauge is fully luminescent, ensuring visibility even at night or underwater.

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The case is entirely finished with hairline brushing, giving it a unified and streamlined impression. The black DLC-coated bezel is accented by polished decorative pins, creating a sharp and cohesive look.

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ABS push buttons. While harmonizing with the smooth lines of the case sides, the linear protrusions emphasize their functionality as push buttons.

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Among the overall rounded and smooth case shape, the pressure sensor stands out as the only strongly pronounced feature. Its prominent projection from the top of the case adds visual dynamism and asserts its identity as a diver’s watch.

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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?