The May issue (Vol. 124) of Chronos Japan was released on Monday, April 6, 2026. The main feature, "The Rebirth of 'Petitcom' Watches," focuses once again on "Petitcom" watches that bring practicality and individuality to niche areas, such as annual calendars, long power reserve mechanisms, and retrograde mechanisms, which are currently being re-evaluated.
Chronos September issue (vol. 124) on sale August 6rd
First Feature: "The Rebirth of 'Petit Computer'"
So-called "petit complications"—or "petit complications"—were once conceived as a way to fill the gaps in the product lineup, ranging from simple watches to complex timepieces. However, advancements in technology and materials in high watchmaking have succeeded in bringing practicality and individuality to this niche area of "petit complications."
With its excellent legibility thanks to the annual calendar, a surprisingly long power reserve for such a small movement, and the increasingly appreciated retrograde mechanism, the "Petit Com" watches are bringing new breadth and added value to watchmaking, and it's worth paying attention to them once again.
Special Feature 2: Portraits of New Iconic Pieces ② Longines Spirit
The Longines Spirit, launched in 2020, is a new collection that strongly reflects Longines' history while maintaining a competitive price. Furthermore, while based on pilot watches, its character transcends the boundaries of a mere tool watch. What exactly was Longines' intention in adding this new collection?
Third Feature: LVMH Watch Week 2026 in Milan
LVMH Watch Week 2026 took place in Milan, Italy, just before a major international sporting event. With Watches & Wonders Geneva scheduled for three months later, the event didn't necessarily feature many groundbreaking new models. However, each brand released many new variations based on existing models, especially those considered icons. This feature will introduce the new releases unveiled at LVMH Watch Week 2026, focusing on the theme of "reinterpretation of icons" by the brands.
The Chronicles of Watch Paranoia, Episode 66: "The Cutting Edge of Japan's 'Third Wave' Watch Brands"
Currently, independent Japanese watch brands are attracting significant global attention. If we consider the pioneers, independent watchmakers Hajime Asaoka and Masahiro Kikuno, as the first generation, then NAOYA HIDA & Co. and KIKUCHI NAKAGAWA, who are leading the current boom, can be called the second generation. And now, a "third wave," which could be called the third generation, has emerged. We take a closer look at the forefront of two up-and-coming independent Japanese watch brands that are attracting attention.
[Special Supplement] Audemars Piguet Crafting Time Beyond Imagination
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