Here are five models recommended by Orient's PR representative. The selection is a unique model that reflects Orient's unique style, which is known for its ambitious designs. The selection was made based on recent popularity and stock availability.
Text by Tsubasa Nojima
[Article published on January 26, 2025]
Orient continues to grow in momentum as it celebrates its 75th anniversary
Founded in 1950 and celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, Orient is a Japanese watch brand known for producing unique watches. As they have been focusing on sales overseas from an early stage, they have many collectors both in Japan and overseas, and some models have been given unique nicknames and are well-known among fans.
Orient has now merged with Seiko Epson, with whom it has had a long-standing collaborative relationship, and is now manufacturing watches that leverage the strengths of both companies on a solid management foundation. Orient watches are created using a rich archive woven over 75 years of history and the latest technology. What model will the public relations representative recommend? The selection process takes into account recent popularity and stock availability.
5th Place: Orient Bambino 38 Solar Powered, Ref. RN-WK0003G
The Bambino's first solar-powered quartz model. While maintaining its classic design, the watch significantly reduces the hassle of use, making it easier to wear on a daily basis. Solar-powered quartz movement. Stainless steel case (38.4mm diameter, 10.5mm thick). Water resistant to 3 ATM. Price: 37,400 yen (tax included).
Orient's long-selling Bambino watch has gained popularity both in Japan and overseas thanks to its modest price and classic design. Until now, the lineup only included mechanical automatic models, but in 2025, a new model was released featuring a light-powered quartz movement. No winding is required, making time adjustments a breeze. And despite being a quartz movement, this model does not require regular battery changes. Its design and convenience earned it a place in the 2025 Good Design Awards.
The basic design follows the previous Bambino models, with a bomb-shaped ivory dial, box-shaped inorganic crystal, and a compact round case with a diameter of 38mm, creating a retro impression. Another attractive feature is the elaborate design down to the smallest details, such as the three-dimensional indexes that combine Roman numerals and bars, and the blue hands. It's particularly noteworthy that, despite the dial being transparent to allow for solar power generation, it doesn't look cheap.
The strap is made from "Apple Synthetic Leather," an eco-friendly material made from recycled apple cores and apple pomace. It features an easy-exchange mechanism, allowing you to easily separate the case and strap without the need for tools by simply pulling the lever attached to the spring bar.
Public Relations Officer Comment
The Orient Bambino 38 Solar Powered is the series' first solar-powered model, while maintaining its classic design. Its compact 38mm case features elegant dials in ivory and pale green, paired with an environmentally friendly Apple synthetic leather band. It lasts for approximately six months on a full charge and boasts accuracy of ±20 seconds per month. The easy-to-change strap makes it easy to put on and take off. This watch, which has also won a Good Design Award, combines a gentle, elegant form with practicality, making it a perfect everyday piece.
4th place: "Orient Bambino Sun and Moon" Ref.RN-AK0803Y
This multi-functional Bambino features a sun and moon mechanism. Its three-layered, three-dimensional dial is a highlight. Automatic (Cal. F6B24). 22 jewels. 21,600 vph. Power reserve of approximately 40 hours. Stainless steel case (41.5mm diameter, 14.2mm thick). Water resistant to 3 bar. Price: 58,300 yen (tax included).
This multi-function Bambino model features a date display at 3 o'clock, a sun and moon display at 4:3, and a day of the week display at 10 o'clock. The sun and moon display features a disc that rotates once every 24 hours, colored in light blue and midnight blue, allowing you to tell day and night at a glance. The sun and moon feature faces, allowing you to enjoy their unique expressions. In addition to its functionality, this model is also distinctive in terms of design, with a three-layer dial and asymmetrical layout.
The ivory-colored dial evokes the morning scene as the sun rises and paints the sky and earth in warm colors. The watch features a classic design with Roman numerals, bar indexes, and sharp blue hands.
The case diameter is 41.5mm. The slender lugs, rounded crown, and box-shaped mineral crystal create a soft atmosphere. The strap is made of embossed brown calf leather and is fitted with a pin buckle featuring the Orient logo.
The movement is equipped with the mechanical automatic Cal. F6B24. The precise movement of the balance and rotor can be observed through the see-through case back. It is equipped with a second hand stop mechanism and a manual winding mechanism, making it very easy to use.
Public Relations Officer Comment
The Orient Bambino Sun and Moon features a classic design incorporating sun and moon motifs. The sun and moon display, which rotates once every 24 hours, and the day of the week display at 10 o'clock create an asymmetrical composition, giving it a unique look. The three-piece dial, with its three-dimensional effect, combines with Roman numerals and bar indexes to create a sophisticated appearance. Equipped with the in-house Cal. F6B24 movement, it operates within a daily accuracy range of +25 to -15 seconds and lasts for approximately 40 hours. This is an appealing model that combines classic and functional beauty.
3rd Place: Orient Mako Ref.RN-AA0823L
This Orient 75th anniversary model features a refreshing sky blue dial with radial stamping. It boasts high specs, including 20 bar water resistance and sapphire crystal. Automatic movement (Cal. F6922). 22 jewels. 21,600 vph. Power reserve of approximately 40 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 41.8 mm, thickness 12.8 mm). 20 bar water resistance. Limited to 6000 pieces worldwide (1000 in Japan). Price: 50,600 yen (tax included).
The Orient Mako is highly popular for its design incorporating diver's watch elements and its water resistance of 20 bar. This limited edition model, which has been added to the lineup, commemorates Orient's 75th anniversary. Only 6,000 units are available worldwide, with 1,000 of those sold in Japan.
The theme is "blue skies and the refreshing feeling of cutting through the wind." This is strongly evoked by the coloring that incorporates a refreshing blue. The dial is finished in sky blue and features radial stamping with a wind motif, creating a dynamic design. The gold-colored second hand is inspired by sunlight. The bezel, which is equipped with a unidirectional rotation prevention mechanism, is fitted with a dark blue scale, giving it a sharp impression. The crystal is made of scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
Its high visibility is also a feature of this watch, as it follows the style of a diver's watch. The large indexes and hands are coated with luminous paint, making it easy to read the time day or night. It also features a day-date calendar at the 3 o'clock position, making it extremely functional. Another attractive feature is the cursive Orient logo, which is a 75th anniversary model.
The movement is the mechanical automatic Cal. F6922. Although it does not have a see-through case back, the case back is engraved with the Orient logo and text commemorating the 75th anniversary.
Public Relations Officer Comment
This is a limited edition model celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Orient Mako. The sky blue dial features a radial pattern reminiscent of wind and the old logo in cursive writing, creating a refreshing and special impression. Furthermore, the bright yellow second hand, reminiscent of sunlight, adds an accent to the watch, further enhancing its stylish look.
The case is water resistant to 20 bar, features sapphire crystal, and a SUS316L stainless steel band. The case back is engraved with "Orient Since 1950 75th Anniversary" and a serial number. Equipped with an in-house automatic movement with a runtime of approximately 40 hours, this watch is perfect for a wide range of uses, from outdoor activities to everyday wear.
2nd Place: Orient Stretto Semi-Skeleton Ref. RN-AR0007S
Automatic movement (Cal. F6S22). 24 jewels. 21,600 vph. Power reserve approximately 40 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 40.8 mm, thickness 10.9 mm). Water resistant to 5 bar. Price: 57,200 yen (tax included).
This semi-skeleton model from Orient's Contemporary Collection features an opening at 9 o'clock that allows you to admire the carved-out main plate and beating balance wheel. The small seconds dial is located at 6 o'clock, and the gold-colored edging and hollow small seconds ring add to the three-dimensional structure.
The white dial features sharp indices and flowing pencil-shaped hour and minute hands. The indices have circular grooves underneath, giving them the appearance of floating.
The 40.8mm diameter case is made of gold-colored plated stainless steel. It features a modern design with elegantly beveled lugs and a clean bezel. The bracelet is also made of gold-colored plated stainless steel. It consists of a sporty three-link design and is equipped with a push-button triple fold buckle.
The see-through case back allows you to view the automatic movement Cal. F6S22 housed inside, and you can enjoy the unique features of an automatic movement, such as the rotor bearing the brand logo and the beating balance.
Public Relations Officer Comment
This unique dial features a semi-skeleton display at 9 o'clock and a small seconds hand at 6 o'clock. The white dial, combined with gold hands and applied indices, creates a warm and elegant look. This unique design, featuring a semi-skeleton display at 9 o'clock and a small seconds hand at 6 o'clock, is equipped with the in-house Cal. F6S22 movement, achieving approximately 40 hours of power and high precision. This exceptional watch combines sophisticated color with the allure of a mechanical watch.
1st place: "World Map" Ref.RN-AA0E08Y
A world time watch with a unique Orient design. The inverted bezel allows you to read the approximate time anywhere in the world. Automatic (Cal. F6922). 22 jewels. 21,600 vph. Power reserve of approximately 40 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 43.5mm, thickness 13.9mm). Water resistant to 20 bar. Limited to 1500 pieces worldwide (500 in Japan). Price: 60,500 yen (tax included).
This new model, released in 2025 as a limited edition to commemorate Orient's 75th anniversary, is a reproduction of the World Diver, which was released in 1969 and remains a popular collector's item to this day. The first World Map model was released in 2021, and the limited edition model sold out in an instant. The arrival of this second model is likely good news for fans who were unable to get their hands on one back then.
The center of the dial features a world map in retro colors such as blue, orange, and white. Its bold and unique design is characteristic of Orient. A 24-hour ring runs around the outer periphery of the dial, which can be rotated by turning the crown at 4 o'clock. By aligning the time on the ring with the world map, you can see the approximate time anywhere in the world. The dot-shaped indexes are modest in size so as not to detract from the design of the world map.
The voluminous egg-shaped case is fitted with a gold-plated fluted bezel, creating a gorgeous finish. Its water resistance of 20 bar makes it easy to wear even in bad weather. The screw-down case back is engraved with the Orient logo and a letter commemorating the 75th anniversary.
Public Relations Officer Comment
To commemorate Orient's 75th anniversary, the "World Map" watch was released in limited quantities. It features a vibrant world map dial and a striking two-tone gold case, making it a special anniversary edition. While faithfully recreating the legendary 1969 model, it also boasts updated performance with 20 bar water resistance and the company's own Caliber F6922. Limited to 1500 pieces, it comes with a special box and commemorative engraving, combining a retro feel with rarity.
