Top 10 Japanese Watch Brands

A Japanese company with a scandalous past. Frank Miura is similar in sound and design to the luxury brand Franck Muller, because of which the latter sued the company and had its patent revoked. But then the court decision was canceled, and the company continued its activities. Skeleton watches, quartz devices with a mirror dial, Japanese alphabet and oriental motifs are produced under the Japanese brand. The brand also has smart waterproof watches that are similar in function to fitness trackers. But Frank Miura does not have models with a full-fledged chronograph, just as there is no official representation in the Russian Federation.

The brand became popular back in the distant 70s: the company was the first on the market to release electronic wristwatches. And after their success, the manufacturer released a model with a built-in calculator. Japanese watches from Pulsar are true works of art. Non-standard, but at the same time elegant solutions can be found in any of 3 collections: Accelerator (sports models), Regular (classic), Attitude. The company adopted reliability in production from its parent brand. Mechanisms, type of glass, "solar" technology - all this the company received from Seiko. Received and added originality to the design of the case.

Another subsidiary of Seiko with fairly budget prices. There are no separate collections here, the entire range is divided into children's, classic, executive class (Dress Watch), women's and sports devices. Judging by the reviews available in Russia, the brand produces quite reliable models for women. Men's also withstand even aggressive use. In general, the brand, by today's standards, is on the same level as other mid-budget Japanese companies. True, it is rather difficult to buy watches from Lorus in Russia: you have to order through intermediaries.

A small company producing men's and women's watches mainly for the Japanese domestic market. But now the brand has distributors, service centers in Russia. The company produces 8 watch collections. Among them there are models for divers, athletes, outdoor enthusiasts, stylish devices in a titanium case and with anti-magnetic protection. But military-style lines are especially popular. These include JSDF, SkyMan/Skyman Pilot Alpha, Marineman. Another interesting collection called MOTO-R is designed by Kentex specifically for motorcyclists and bikers. Like a military watch, the MOTO-R has increased accuracy and additional drop/shock protection. For girls and women, the brand offers the classic JSDF LADIES line with bright colored dials.

A brand with mid-budget and premium lines. In the production of women's and men's watches, the company uses 5 technologies: quartz, mechanics, Kinetic (quartz + battery that does not require replacement), Solar (solar battery) and Spring Drive (winding spring + electronic regulator). The company produces 6 collections: Grand Seiko, Astron with GPS, Prospex, Presage, Premier and Seiko 5 Sports. Each model is easy to set up, looks expensive and lasts a long time. True, more and more often among users there is dissatisfaction with the factory marriage, as well as the quality of "native" bracelets. They either quickly lose their presentation, or serve less than a year.

Subbrand of Citizen. Products under this brand are assembled at a factory in Hong Kong using Japanese technology, but the quality, according to reviews, is at its best here. Marriage occurs, but very, very rarely. The company specializes in the production of budget children's, men's and women's watches.The range is wide: at QQ you can find both cheap plastic models and more expensive devices in a stainless steel case. The only point: it is better to buy on the official website of the manufacturer or "live". The fact is that even this budget brand likes to fake.

This brand is a subsidiary of the Japanese company Seiko. Wristwatches from Orient are considered the standard of elegance and style among similar accessories from Japan. The company specializes in the production of mechanical and quartz watches in a classic case. The brand itself is divided into 2 sub-brands: Orient and Orient Star. The former develops simple budget models, while the latter produces men's and women's watches from the middle and premium segments. True, it is quite difficult to distinguish affordable from exclusive collections with the naked eye, since all models, including even cheap ones, look presentable and expensive. In total, the brand has 4 collections: Classic, Contemporary, Sports and Revival.

This American watch manufacturer has been part of the Japanese company Citizen Watch Co since 2008. In production, high-precision mechanisms from Japan, the USA and Switzerland are used. The collections of this brand amaze with a wide choice: there are models for both men and women. There are chronograph lines, sports watches with 100WR water resistance, as well as devices with an exquisite classic case. BULOVA wrist watches have nothing superfluous. Elegance, durability and precision are the main advantages of the brand. True, due to the lack of an official representation in the Russian Federation, low-quality fakes periodically come across. Therefore, it is better to buy watches in trusted stores and require all accompanying documentation before payment.

One of the world's most sought after watch brands. It gained its popularity due to its reliable assembly, stylish modern design and affordable price. True, the company produces not only budget models. The company also produces luxury and premium collections. Casio is considered a guarantor of durability and high strength: almost every model (regardless of the price tag) is equipped with a long-playing mechanism and is protected from water. In total, the brand has 6 main collections: G-SHOCK, Baby-G, Edifice, SHEEN, PRO TREK, Vintage. There are models with a chronograph, "smart filling", as well as devices with an electronic display. The G-SHOCK and Baby-G lines are in the greatest demand. These devices have the most reliable protection against water, and some of them have smart functions.

A brand with a rich history and a wide range of products. The manufacturer produces elegant women's and strict men's watches with a chronograph and GPS. Among the collections of the company there are smart models with bluetooth: the line is called PROXIMITY Bluetooth Watch. The devices are solar powered and do not require charging. In total, the manufacturer has 12 main collections, differing in cost and available functionality. The most popular models of the brand are made using Eco Drive technology. This watch from Citizen has a battery that is “powered” by sunlight and artificial light. True, the battery life in mid-budget Eco Drive devices can be 1-2 years, after which the battery will have to be changed at your own expense. And this is quite a hit on the wallet, as well as expensive post-warranty repairs from Citizen.