I am really a big fan of Japanese designs. From Daihatsu-influenced car (my Perodua Kancil and Kembara), to my Muji canisters to over half of my wardrobe from Uniqlo. Why do i like it so much? Well, it plain simple. No perk, no elaborate stuff - just plain simple. The designs really speak for itself.
And to add to that Japanese "pure and simple" theme is the Issey Miyake's Twelve watch. What's so special about it? For start - it's pretty simple. Just leather strap, round body and no numbers to indicate the time. yes you heard it right, no numbers. But what is cleaver about this watch is the dodecahedral, or 12-sided, shape to help the thing serve its primary function (that's to give the time, smartypants).
The watch is designed by Naoto Fukasawa, who used to design for Muji (that wall-mounted CD player). They come in 4 variety: stainless steel or grey casing, white or blue inner dial (or whatever you call it), and black or brown leather strap. And for men, the casing is a tad bigger than for women. Price starts at $400.
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