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KIWAME TOKYO ASAKUSA · IWAO

KIWAME TOKYO ASAKUSA IWAO

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Case

Diameter
38mm
Thickness
9.5mm
Lug-to-lug
46mm
Lug width
16mm
Material
stainless steel
Water resistance
100m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire

Movement

Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Automatic

Miyota

Miyota's no-date variant of the 9015 platform, eliminating the date complication for a cleaner dial design. At 4.0mm thick it is notably slimmer than the 9015, making it attractive for watches where case thickness matters. The absence of a date mechanism also means one fewer point of mechanical complexity, and many watchmakers consider it the most refined movement in Miyota's lineup.

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
textured
Bezel
smooth_polished
Bracelet
leather_strap

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2 colorways

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KIWAME TOKYO ASAKUSA IWAO owners and reviewers praise its refined design, with specific commendation for the Breguet-inspired numerals and homogenous texture on dials like the ivory Mune Usuki. The 38mm case, 9.5mm thickness, and 46mm lug-to-lug dimensions are considered well-proportioned for modern preferences. Production quality and finishing are noted as competitive with watches costing twice as much. The Miyota 9039 movement is viewed as a premium, affordable option. Some owners find the lume insufficient for a field watch, while others highlight a fully lumed dial as a significant plus. One reviewer notes potential legibility issues with the silver dial and polished markers. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the KIWAME TOKYO ASAKUSA IWAO highly for its impressive finishing and design details at its price point.

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