Seiko has collaborated with Studio Ghibli to launch a new Presage timepiece to celebrate the now-classic fantasy-adventure Japanese animation film Castle In The Sky.
Castle In The Sky is the first animation feature from the world-renowned Japanese animation studio, Studio Ghibli, whose works have won the favor of animation fans worldwide for their imaginative, other-worldly settings, distinctive visuals and masterful storytelling.
Seiko Presage Studio Ghibli Castle In The Sky Watch, Reference SPB215J1
This new Seiko Presage watch captures many of the key elements of the animation in every corner of its design. The crest on the mystical levitation crystal of the heroine’s pendant is reproduced on the enamel dial, made by master craftsman Mitsuru Yokosawa and his colleagues, while the castle in the sky is illustrated on the caseback just the way it was in the picture taken by the protagonist’s father when he caught sight of the city.
Around the castle are engraved the words of the chant that is central to the story. The Roman numerals, inner ring, retro hands and stitched leather strap complete the nostalgic atmosphere of this magical and evocative limited edition.
The Seiko Presage SPB215J1 model houses a new version of Seiko’s high-performance 6R35 movement, Caliber 6R31. Like Caliber 6R35, the movement delivers a power reserve of 70 hours and shares the same performance attributes, but without a date window.
The dual-curved sapphire glass with anti-reflective coating on the inner surface delivers high legibility from any angle. The exhibition case back reveals the fine finishing of the movement, and the watch is 10 bar water resistant. The watch will be available as a limited edition of 1,200 at the Seiko Boutiques and selected retailers worldwide in July 2021.
The key chant to the story, “Leetay Latuparita Ulus Aria Los Balu Netoreel“ or “save me and revive the eternal light” in the Laputan language, is inscribed on the caseback.
The Seiko Presage x Studio Ghibli watch comes inside a special presentation box with an illustration of Laputa and carries a card message from the film’s director, Hayao Miyazaki.
Technical details
Model: Seiko Presage Studio Ghibli Castle In The Sky Collaboration Limited Edition, Reference SPB215J1
Movement
Caliber 6R31
Vibrations: 21,600 vibrations per hour (6 beats per second)
Power reserve: 70 hours
Number of jewels: 24
Case and dial
Stainless steel case
Enamel dial
Dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
See-through screw case back
Diameter: 40.5mm, Thickness: 12.4mm
Water resistance: 10 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Strap
Cordovan strap with three-fold clasp with push button release
Price
Approximate recommended retail price in Europe: €1,500
