The November issue (Vol. 121) of Chronos Japan was released on Monday, October 6, 2025. The first feature, "The Past, Present, and Future of the Watch Industry," commemorating the 20th anniversary of the magazine's founding, looks back on the past 20 years along with the history of Chronos Japan, and looks ahead to the present and future of the luxury watch industry.
Chronos September issue (vol. 121) on sale August 6rd
First Feature: The past, present and future of the watch industry
Chronos Japan, which launched in October 2005, is now celebrating its 20th anniversary. During that time, luxury watches have gained acceptance and the Japanese market has expanded its presence. Japanese watch manufacturers are also increasing their presence around the world. Comparing then and now, it honestly feels like a different era.
What has happened in the watch industry over the past 20 years, and what does the future hold? We at Chronos Japan look back on the history of the luxury watch industry and look ahead to the present and future.
Second Feature: Portrait of the Carrera, a Company that Continues to Innovate
The TAG Heuer Carrera boasts the largest number of references in the current TAG Heuer collection. Its lineage began with a chronograph in 1963 and has undergone repeated expansion and diversification of design. For this reason, it is difficult to arrive at an optimal answer to the fundamental question, "What is a Carrera?" other than its high quality.
Here, we will reveal the Carrera's character, focusing on its inherent elegance and the latest technological innovations.
Watch Paranoia Chronicles, Part 64: "The Lineage of Precision Originating from the Original Business - Orbray at the Forefront"
Orbray's original business was the manufacture of jewel bearings for mechanical watches. Armed with the unique and sophisticated know-how of cutting, grinding, and polishing that it has honed through its original business, we take a closer look at the company's front lines as it takes action on the world stage.
[20th Anniversary Special Supplement] A timepiece that will be talked about forever
The watch industry is said to be in its second golden age. New technologies and machine tools that have become widespread since 2000 have made it possible to create almost anything desired.
One manifestation of this is the emergence of new era classics. Classic models from various manufacturers that combine past know-how and design with modern technology now boast a level of perfection comparable to the masterpieces of yesteryear. In other words, the emergence of timepieces that will be talked about forever.
*The electronic version does not include any special supplements.
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