Take a look at this gorgeous skeleton watch:

Or how about this one:

Handmade wristwatches meticulously modeled by Japanese craftsmen

These handmade watches are produced by "vie," a watchmaking studio located on the shores of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture. They have been working with various jewelry brands for many years.

The watches are created by utilizing modeling techniques cultivated through jewelry production. The expertise and artisanal skills of the craftsmen shines in each and every watch they make. The numbers of the dial are made one by one with brass wire.

There are two types of Vie watches: the quartz type powered by batteries and the hand-wound type powered by a spring. These skeleton watches are hand-wound.

You need to wind it, but the act of taking care of your watch every day will make you love it even more.

Elegant antique style

Brass is the main material used for vie watches. Finished through a burning process, the brass glows discreetly, creating a unique texture.

The dial is covered with mineral glass, which is highly transparent and makes it easy to see the dial. It is scratch-resistant and ideal for long-term use.

The belts are made of Tochigi leather, which is highly regarded worldwide. It's very durable and the more you use it, the more it will gain a stylish, weathered look. You can select the color of the belt at the time of purchase.

A variety of styles

As for your choice of watch, many different styles are available. Some of them even have a steampunk look: For example:

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Other beautiful models inspired by Japanese arts and artisanal traditions are available, such as nishikijin-ori textile from Kyoto and chiyogami decorative paper.