To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the birth of “Space Battleship Yamato,” a collaboration watch with Seiko has been released. The limited edition chronograph model, with 5,000 pieces available, is now available on the premium character goods mail order site “PREMICO.”
“Space Battleship Yamato” began with the first TV series, “Space Battleship Yamato,” and has since been made into numerous TV series, feature films, and live-action films. It is a monumental sci-fi anime beloved by many, with new works continuing to be released, including the latest remake of the series, “Yamato Forever REBEL3199.”
To mark the 50th anniversary of the broadcast in 2024, projects are being developed centered on planning screening events, exhibitions, and publications under the planning and production of Anno Hideaki, who said, “I don’t think I would be living the life I have today if I hadn’t encountered Space Battleship Yamato.”
This “Space Battleship Yamato 50th Anniversary Collaboration Watch” is a Seiko limited edition chronograph model of 5,000 pieces. The dial features the hull of the Space Battleship Yamato, rising out of the pitch black of space, in a black and red gradation.
The design combines coolness and luxury with three subdials inspired by the mechanical design of the original author, Reiji Matsumoto, along with the anchor mark, the symbol of Space Battleship Yamato, at the 12 o’clock position. The
back cover is also engraved with the 50th anniversary logo and a one-of-a-kind edition number. It will be delivered in a premium box with a poster visual from when the TV broadcast began.
The “Space Battleship Yamato 50th Anniversary Collaboration Watch” is limited to 5,000 pieces, priced at 65,780 yen including tax. To purchase, please visit the premium character goods mail order site “PREMICO”.
■Product Information
Product Name: Space Battleship Yamato 50th Anniversary Collaboration Watch
Price: 59,800 yen (65,780 yen including tax)
Limited number: 5000
Release date: Monday, November 18, 2024
Publisher: Imperial Enterprises Co., Ltd. PREMICO
■Product Specifications
Material: Case, back cover, band = stainless steel Windshield = curved hardlex Case size (approx.): 47 x 39.8 x thickness 12.8 mm
Wrist circumference (approx.): S = 14 cm, M = 16 cm, L = 18 cm
Movement: Quartz (average monthly difference within ± 15 seconds)
Waterproof performance: Enhanced waterproof for everyday life (waterproof to 10 atmospheres)
Country of origin: Japan
* The photos shown are under development. Actual product may differ slightly.
* Due to manufacturing reasons, the orientation of the back cover, the position of the text, specifications, etc. may differ slightly from the photo.
(c) Tohokushinsha Publishing / General editor: Akira Nishizaki
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