Kurono Tokyo Mori

For those unaware of Kurono Tokyo, it is the sub-brand of renowned independent watchmaker Hajime Asaoka, whom is widely regarded as one of the top watchmakers in the world. His watches are produced in extremely limited numbers, each an individual commission that can take years to deliver. In order to allow some of his magic to be enjoyed by the wider public, he created the Kurono Tokyo brand.  These watches are designed by Hajime-san, but utilise components created to his specification from external manufacturers. Each watch then passes through his hands to ensure the quality is worthy of his name.

Thought released at very accessible price points, they have amassed a huge following within the independent watch community and each release sells out in under 5 minutes. This has led to extremely high demand on the secondary market, and it seems everyone wants in on the Kurono action.

When you take a closer look at this Mori, it’s not hard to see why. Released to commemorate the first anniversary of Kurono Tokyo, it features the usual stainless 37mm, but houses the most spectacular green dial that is extremely difficult to capture in photos. It varies across different shades, from viridian, to pine, emerald and forest green. It’s spectacular. It is powered by the usual 90S5 high-grade Miyota movement, and is assembled in Japan by hand.

This particular piece was first delivered in December 2020 and present sin TZ Excellent condition. There’s a few light hairline scratches on the case and case back, and a few very small marks on the bezel and lower right lug. Small desk diving rub on the buckle. Please see images for full condition details.

Comes with outer box, inner box, instruction manual, warranty card dated 11.12.2020, Kurono welcome card and Kurono decorative cloth.

If you can’t tell, we’re huge fans of Kurono here at Watch Vault. Unfortunately we weren’t quick enough to secure a Mori for ourselves, just as most people weren’t given it’s limited nature. If you weren’t so lucky like us, then at least you have a chance to get this as-new example locally, and right away.

Brand: Kurono Tokyo

Model: Mori

Year: 2020

Style: Dress

Case Material: Steel

Case details: 37mm

Strap: Calfskin with tang buckle

Movement: Automatic self winding Miyota 90S5

Dial: Green

Paraphernalia: Outer box, inner box, instruction manual, warranty card dated 11.12.2020, Kurono welcome card and Kurono decorative cloth.

TZ Grading: Excellent

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