This design expresses the sense of beauty cherished in the hearts of the Japanese people throughout the entire watch. Most symbolic is the dial, beautifully adorned with a delicate cherry blossom petal pattern. The scene of cherry blossoms in full bloom and their petals fluttering vividly comes to mind, evoking a sense of fleeting beauty—something that lies at the core of Japanese sensibility and culture, even today.
Moreover, this model is not only luxurious but also practical for everyday use, equipped with Eco-Drive and signal reception functions for ease of use.
Wearing it stimulates the wearer’s sense of beauty and adds richness and color to life, making it a truly captivating design.
Both the case and clasp are made of 18-karat gold, and the lavish use of pink sapphires creates a glamorous design. The delicate and beautiful dial pattern leaves a strong impression. On the side, the crown set with pink sapphires and the milgrain finish on the case back stand out.
Pink sapphires are set seamlessly into the case, bezel, and the entire tip of the lugs.
There are hidden push buttons at the 2 and 4 o’clock positions, and small crown guards are attached.
The KARIDEA logo is a crown mark designed from the letters 'K' and 'I'. The milgrain edging on the case back is exceptionally beautiful and gives a sense of luxury.
The dial is made of mother-of-pearl, delicately etched to express the beauty and purity of cherry blossoms. It shows different expressions depending on the viewing angle, giving a sense of depth.
The crown is made of 18-karat gold and features a pink sapphire cabochon at its tip. The design has a gentle, flower-like shape.
While the watch overall features many pink elements, only the hour and minute hands are blue, which tightens the overall look and gives a dignified impression.
ENGINEER'S EYE
New Spectrum Frontiers
A model equipped with what was then the world’s smallest Eco-Drive radio-controlled movement. After successfully commercializing a full‑metal radio-controlled watch, development began to address the next target: demand for a women’s watch.
To accommodate the downsizing of the movement, we overhauled the reception system. The antenna also needed to be made even smaller, and to secure sensitivity we developed a new structure to prevent attenuation of incoming signals caused by the metal case.
Beyond the antenna, a smaller battery was required to further reduce the size of the movement. By revisiting the power management system and driving even lower power consumption, we made commercialization a reality.