Seiko Celebrates 145 Years of Japanese Watchmaking on Sydney Harbour
Seiko marked its 145th anniversary with an event at Watersedge in Sydney’s The Rocks, bringing together about 150 collectors, retail partners, media and guests. Attendees explored anniversary releases alongside Prospex, King Seiko and Presage, with interactive experiences including racing simulators, Japanese calligraphy and cocktail bars. The collection’s gold, blue and Edo purple palette represented the brand’s past, present and future. The evening featured Seiko ambassadors Zac Stubblety-Cook and Ben Tudhope, and included news of an expected extension to the brand’s partnership with Supercars and Team 18 through Prospex. Japanese-Australian artist Kentaro Yoshida created an anniversary artwork, while live Japanese jazz and city pop provided entertainment. The gathering celebrated Seiko’s broad appeal, from accessible first mechanical watches to enthusiast pieces.
Buying Time Analysis: This story matters because it shows how Seiko celebrated 145 years of watchmaking by bringing its heritage, collections, and community together while signaling future partnerships and innovation.
