Shopping Watches in Japan and Where to Find Them

[@ClickyBezel]

Hope you all enjoyed my journey! Here is a list of the featured stores in this video if you'd like to follow along: 1. BIC Camera - 1-11-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 2. Seiko Dream Square - 4-4-10 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061 3. Grand Seiko Wako Main Store - 4-5-11 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 4. Kurono Tokyo Aoyama Salon - 2-10-22 Kita-Aoyama, Minato, Tokyo 107-0061 5. Nakano Broadway - 5 Chome-52-15, Nakano, Nakano 164-0001 Tokyo Prefecture 6. Jackroad and Betty - Tokyo, Nakano ward, Nakano 5-52-15, Nakano Broadway 3F 7. Samurai Joy - Can’t seem to find the address but it’s located within Nakano Broadway 8. Fire Kids - 164-0001 Nakano, Nakano Ward, Tokyo 5-52-15 Nakano Broadway 1F 113 9. Knot Kyoto - 23-3 Nakanocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8083, Japan

[@TeluguUnfiltered]

What are the prices you paid for each watch? We all know what you told what we don’t know is the prices you paid which is the most important info for someone planning to go buy or even consider to travel Japan.

[@sergioramirez1693]

Any 1980-70 and mid 90’s Rolex with jubilee bracelets 😅

[@roylee0202]

Hi, i will be going to kyoto in sep and i saw that beautiful watch that you bought…that citizen bow head if i hear it correctly. May i know what is the exact model? Thank you :)

[@JDowPCs]

I got a SARX033 from Samurai Joy. Small shop and the owner was awesome. It's on the 3rd floor in Nakano, in the top (right?) corner down a ways from Jackroad. It's kind of tucked in a corner. Ended up getting my Grand Seiko in Kyoto at Big Moon.

[@sisenor4091]

How much was the Kuoe watch?

[@predcole]

Your story telling and cinematography is so great. Love the content!

[@ClickyBezel]

Appreciate it! Thanks for watching 🙏

[@CoachKonpeki]

Loved the story telling! I can tell you put a lot of thought and work into this video. Thanks for sharing!

[@ClickyBezel]

Thanks a lot! Yes, quite a bit of work went into this one haha. Appreciate you noticing!

[@mateuszz7]

BIIICUU BIICU BICU BIC CAMERA!! Man I miss that sound lol

[@kristoffercedric4565]

Just saw this on my home page, not even a watch collector, just casually searching for budget daily watches. Stayed because of how well made this video is. Awesome job!

[@ClickyBezel]

Really appreciate it! 🙌

[@TheFuturisticVintage]

Love this video. I was locked in the whole time. Shots and storytelling is amazing. That Citizen bullhead is amazing.

[@LaynoProd]

theres a great balance of exciting storytelling with a sprinkle of humor in your videos, glad I subbed and this is making me more aware of new brands in Japan and excited to revisit hopefully in 2025!

[@firekids1995]

Thank you for swing by and picking up that beautiful Bullhead! Take care, friend. FIREKIDS-Chris

[@ClickyBezel]

Thank you! Hope to see you again soon!

[@akinigiri]

This place is very cool both shops are awesome

[@haridasgovind8917]

Would love to visit Firekid's when i visit Japan

[@M-Y-G-A]

Fire Kids, do you have some left? I’m coming next year!!! 😊

[@biaoist]

OMG that slapped by the wife skit is amazing lol.. Great Content man! keep it up

[@ClickyBezel]

Haha. You're the first to point this out. We had fun making that! Thanks for watching!

[@nma923]

That scene was reason enough for me to subscribe. Well earned

[@TheNimbleNomad]

About 11 years ago I used to live in Japan but then I was a student and poor.. and also not that into watches.. watching this video brings back so many amazing memories of one of the best times of my life. I met my wife there and I wish to go back there.. funnily enough she bought me a fossil watch as my first gift back then.. hopefully this time it will be something nicer! Thank you for sharing - wonderful video

[@ClickyBezel]

Glad you liked the video and brought you back haha. Thanks for watching 🙌

[@hugomota3696]

I love how you apreaciatte the watches fully on their beauty and functionality and never let that snob dialogue of "quartz vs automatic/mechanical" questioned your choice.

[@ClickyBezel]

Life is too short to be a snobby collector. Especially when there are so any great watches out there! Thanks for watching :)

[@rccarz3962]

Superb video ..really enjoyed over a cuppa.. I’m falling in love with the seiko watches..keep Up the great work ..🎉

[@N34R4T0M4T]

Those GS looks so awesome thank you for the tips will check out the places next time I visit! I am very happy to see you visited Knot and Kuoe I def wanna visit them as well!

[@ClickyBezel]

Let me know what you picked up!

[@kevinjubbalmd]

Just flew back from Japan today and picked up a GS Shunbun while there. Kyoto was my favorite city and will need to get a Kuoe when I go back. Great picks and love the Citizen in particular!

[@ClickyBezel]

What better place and time to pick up a Shunbun. Congrats!

[@DevRel1]

I’m heading there for 13 days this month, I have a list of all the places I want to stop for vintage and new watches: - Samurai Joy Nakano - Shellman - Ginza - Antique Corleone - Firekids Shibuya - Antique Watch Carese Midtown - JackRoad and Betty Nakano - Kitamura Camera - Quark Shinjuku - Ishida Best / Vintage Shinjuku - Kurono Tokyo - Bookoff Shinawaga

[@ClickyBezel]

I’m going to save this list for next time. Thanks for sharing!

[@khronokraze]

Great choices. That citizen bullhead is the sweetest of the three. 👍👍 Enjoyed taking us with you on a virtual watch shopping trip. I know one of my good friends is going to Japan soon and looking to pick up a watch to mark and remember the occasion. I think your video will help with his own journey to find THE watch(es).

[@ClickyBezel]

Always excited to see other peoples journey searching for watches in Japan. Best of luck to them! Thanks for watching :)

[@blesssedd]

great pick ups man! that citizen chrono is in crazy condition

[@ClickyBezel]

Thanks man! Seriously! I almost feel bad wearing it after being preserved all these years but watches are meant to be worn haha.

[@adamdorney5143]

Was there in 2019 and grabbed a JDM Monster at Ginza. Love this video - thanks for sharing

[@Jackyye]

Binged a few of your videos about Japanese watches and love the way you do your reviews. Funny, clever, shot beautifully, and also so hooked by your pacing. A complete rookie to watch scene but really love your content

[@mas3974]

Great channel. Really enjoyed this. So well produced and kept me hooked. Also amazing content!

[@jasperdel24]

Outstanding storytelling! Looking forward to more of these from you.

[@dirk954]

Holy Toledo! Very good video. Great presentation of the individual stores. I was looking for just such a Japan watch journey. Thanks for sharing!

[@deoubana9029]

That BIC camera in Yurakocho is gold!!! I've been in a couple of BIC camera branches and I can say that the watch collection in there is almost complete! They have Longines and Tudor in there too! Can't wait to get back on that branch!

[@douglascfrench466]

I’ve had three grand Seiko. Love the brand. Expert Ziratzu polishing. And the spring drive is much more accurate than any automatic or manually wound mechanical movement.

[@GroovyKid94]

i went there with a plan to get only the Kuoe watch. i ended up getting two more, one Seiko SRPG31 and one Citizen Tsuyosa. i still wanted more but couldnt afford them lol. Japan really is a watch enthusiast heaven.

[@nictheguitarist]

Hey dude. Wanted to let you know that I just visited Osaka > Kyoto > Tokyo -- just returned -- and your video was a huge help in me getting right watches to commemorate my trip! This was my watch pilgrimage/honeymoon (to my wife, lol), and I picked up a Seiko GMT SBSC-009 (Japan Limited), a G-Shock GA-2100NNJ-8A, and a Kuoe Royal Smith from Kyoto. Got them at various spots - Bic Camera Yurakucho Tokyo, and Kyoto, and Bic camera from Osaka too. Also visited Nakano Broadway and it was a super cool collection of stores, too. But at that point I think I had filled my quota and was satisfied to go home with the 3 watches that I specifically came for - a JDM G Shock, Seiko, and a Kyoto-made one to beat. Thanks very much and keep doing what you're doing bro.

[@eas1052]

I love Japan and its culture and have always wanted to visit. I recently have taken an interest in watches and after seeing this video I love Japan even more. Awesome content bro!

[@ToyTimeLearningFun]

why didn't you put any of the other watch prices?

[@shugyosha7924]

I visited Nakano Broadway around the same time and was mesmerised by that rainbow rolex

[@AnyoxB.D.]

Great video. This temporarily scratch my itch to go watch shopping in Japan. Maybe consider adding a list of shops and address in the description.

[@ClickyBezel]

Thanks a lot! I took your suggestion and added it as a pinned comment :)

[@alantang9]

Came across the first video in this series of looking at GS' as I'm planning my Japan trip this Feb and really want one, but can't come around to spending so much on one piece. But this video has opened my eyes to some other micro brands and vintage shops that will still make watch shopping worthwhile during visit! Thank you! Just subscribed :)

[@AdamWilson1983]

You've basically laid my watch shopping journey out next year. Really appreciate all the shop tips. I was shocked when you got to Kuoe, I asked a friend to pick one up for me when he was in Kyoto. We have the exact same model! That OldSmith really punches above it's weight.

[@ClickyBezel]

I will be back again! Good luck on your journey. The Old Smith is such an easy watch to wear and looks great. BTW - I've come across your Vietnam XT20 video before years ago when I used to shoot with that camera. I kind of miss it haha. Thanks for stopping by!

[@DocHolliday415]

I just came back from a Japan trip myself and had the exact same impression after visiting the Wako GS flagship boutique. I ended up finding one of my grails at the BIC store!

[@theTECHYnewb282]

I needed this last month when I was in Tokyo lol. Ended up at Nakano and visited the same stores you did. Jack Road & Betty is absolutely worth the visit. I was there for over two hours looking at everything. Got my Grand Seiko at Ginza Wako and a Longines at Fire Kids in Nakano. That Fire Kids store is really awesome!!! They have a youtube channel as well! That Citizen you picked up is NUTS!

[@ClickyBezel]

Great pick ups! I could easily spend more time at Nakano. Maybe next time haha. Thanks for watching!

[@fumeokid]

I was very unimpressed by the Grand Seiko stores in Japan as well. However the Citizen store was awesome. I went in thinking I was going to get a GS but left with a Citizen. And the store staff all gathered together when I left and waved me off. And they gave me a nice gift to boot. Best customer service ever.

[@ClickyBezel]

I didn't have time to make it to the flagship Citizen store. Maybe next time! Thanks for watching!

[@garyjohn1956]

Kuoe! I have the Old Smith 90-002 in 38 and I love it. Good choice. Sounds like a great experience.

[@erwinsyah781]

Love watching this video. Simply entertaining with a funny twist 😊

[@terenceada9140]

Yodobashi Camera is another great place for everyday watches. Don Quijote also have good affordable watches like Casio. I spread out my JDM purchases, so whenever I go to Japan I look forward to getting another one. Great video, cheers!

[@rezorked]

What an amazing video! Loved the trip vlog format, you editing is freaking awesome as well.

[@akashramji4707]

Great, great video. Truly entertaining.

[@tonymunoz7400]

This was such a great vid. Thanks for putting it together 🔥

[@Jorge-125]

9:09 caught me off guard, I just started cracking up🤣 Not the best watch buying guide but I'm not even mad.

[@ClickyBezel]

😂

[@tgonoude]

Well done. I also have a vibtage Citizen Bullhead. My vintage watch dealer gave to me as a gift. I love it.

[@robyates136]

Heading to Tokyo early next year - great insights and info to assist my watch-hunting!

[@Hellboy-V]

Dude, i like your videos, and the slap... haha, keep them humor... awesome stuff

[@abdullahaboelyas4300]

Thanks man! I really needed a video that can teach enthusiasts about the different locations in Japan to Shop for watches. I really hope to travel to Japan one day to buy some good pieces.

[@freepirate4470]

The Bullhead is very nice! A BH was also a grail of mine. The blackie with the green dial and bright orange hands. I have 2 now!

[@bentcph2031]

You got yourself a new subscriber! Awesome video. Got Lucky enough to get a GS GMT Spring Drive that had a wrong price tag last November. 🎉

[@bryanbeckett869]

I spent time at the Kurono Aoyama Salon in January, and I saw the watch I really wanted to buy initially, the GMT 1. The lady who was talking to us informed me that they still had some in the back, as the VIPs hadn't collected since its release, and she could call her manager to see if I could take it instead. Unfortunately it was a few days before I left Japan, and I spent a large part of the budget travelling, but my god if I had the money I'd have taken it. It was gorgeous in person. I did, however, buy the book that you're seen reading with the Chronograph on. Really cool location, and I do recommend anyone to visit.

[@ethanwc]

BEAUTIFULLY shot, and reminded me of my recent trip to Japan doing nearly the same thing. Picked myself up a Seiko JDM in Bic Camera, too!

[@a004]

Amazing video. Not only very helpful as I'm planning to go to Japan. But also very entertaining and educational

[@ClickyBezel]

Appreciate it! 🙌

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Next level production 🔥

[@9642-l9h]

Great local watch info. Love it! Thanks.

[@JacobTab_S7_Plus-sg4ju]

I have a Tuna SBDB013, A Citizen Promaster autozilla (also have there Orca SE on the way) and my dress is a Dornbluth 99.1 custom made, I have had many divers (and watches generel) and a Tuna is second to none as a true diver. Great video, thanks for taking the time.

[@ClickyBezel]

Great collection! One day a Tuna will enter the collection. It's only a matter of time haha. Thanks for watching :)

[@dirkalferink]

I have seen this tray at 8:41 in July😄. I bought a seiko skyliner from the 60’ over there.

[@mellangatang]

This video is great! I love that it's more about the watch buying experience.

[@Etherkai]

Recently got back from Japan where I bought my very first Grand Seiko: the SBGA011! Can't believe I forgot to visit Kuoe while I was in Kyoto, but I guess that's another reason to go back next year!

[@barrettwbenton]

Magnificent video, Chris. Japan is for the moment a fairly-distant bucket-list destination for me, but I *have* satisfied my desire for yet another JDM indulgence virtually (incoming Seiko Presage SARW025 Laurel tribute), which I've been sort of joneseing for the last several years. Very happy you found your happy discoveries while there…and, the unexpected surprises are almost always the best ones.

[@RPhlo]

I had the opportunity of visiting Japan last year with my family. We managed to get to BIC Camera where I was able to purchase a Casio-Oak for myself and a Seiko 5 Automatic for the Mrs to commemorate our 1st trip there. I was hoping to get to Nakano Broadway but missed out due to the tight schedule. Kyoto was amazingly beautiful but unfortunately, Kuoe was unknown to me at the time. Your trip brought back many fond memories. I especially love the example of the Citizen Bullhead and Kuoe Old Smith that you acquired to commemorate your trip. Thank you for the Video, I’m officially subscribed to your channel.

[@stoic1024]

I just returned from 3 weeks in Osaka and Shikoku. I came home with a Seiko SPB381 diver/gmt green dial. I love the watch. I purchased from Seiko Boutique in Shinsaibashi. Shopping for watches in Osaka is also mind blowing. I bought the Seiko at about 20% below US msrp. The IWC watches I priced were not at any discount compared with the US. Customs agent in Boston let me through without paying duty. I enjoyed your video. The production quality is excellent. Thanks! PS I just subscribed.

[@IvoNotIvo]

i wish this video was an hour long, I was sad when it ended. Amazing pick ups, can't wait to explore myself

[@giovannidelacruz5165]

I will be in Tokyo and Kyoto this coming November and you have given me ideas to satisfy my shopping addiction.

[@brooklynpodcastingstudio5061]

I smiled through this entire vid because i literally did this same trip when i was in japan six weeks ago. Went to every spot you mentioned minus samurai, wanted to purchase something from fire kids (but ran out of budget for it), but funny enough I also purchased the same 35mm cream dial Kuoe oldsmith (but opted for the date version).

[@modena2010]

This dude vídeos quality is insane!!! High level stuff 👏👏👏

[@joshuavalbuena7795]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video!

[@ClickyBezel]

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching!

[@joeblackwolf17]

My dream is to go to Japan and search and purchase vintage watches…… ahhhhh you sir did it ! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 great picks

[@mark19441944]

Loved the video. Salivating over the vintage store. Thank you!

[@ClickyBezel]

Thanks a lot! I want to go back! Haha

[@mommyjeanscorner704]

Wow, thank you for this! Just ordered Kuoe’s Royal Smith 90-010. Can’t wait to recieve it. And now I know where to go when I visit Japan 🙏🏻🥰

[@ClickyBezel]

You won't be disappointed! Thanks for watching!

[@openyoureyes88]

omg..I think I fell in love with the Kuruno Tokyo Chronograph blue dial. I was i Japan last year and did not know about the BIC Camera store at all. Will make a visit for sure! Thank you for the info!

[@fleshcrunch7988]

Super cool video, super awesome Bullhead! The storytelling and quality of your videos is peak watch enthusiast content! Thank you

[@ross938]

First time watching your content. This was such a great video! Just amazing how many watches are available!

[@ClickyBezel]

Thanks for joining! It's an overwhelming amount of watches but highly recommend the experience haha.

[@ross938]

@@ClickyBezel I have never heard of Kurono Tokyo before! OMG wow wow wow! Their designs and dials and sizes watches speak to me........I need to get one of these into the collection!!! So glad I came across your video(s)

[@mohammedrahman4853]

I found one of these on ebay that was fully serviced and switched the dial to yellow and its my favorite piece!

[@danal9787]

Loved the video. Just finished my trip and visited all the spots you mentioned. Ended up with a GS.

[@frankschroth4038]

Hello, Listening in tour video about all the things you don't like about Seiko ( prospects logo , prices etc. ) I dk wonder why you are a fan of them. I used to be a big fan but since 2018 Seiko started to change everything I used to love about them into worse. Now you couldn't give me a Seiko as a present!!! But luckily Citizen does all the things right Seiko isn't!😊 After watching your video I'm thinking about moving to Japan, just for the watches one can buy over there .😂😂

[@ElCid_86]

Epic trip! So glad you picked up an Old Smith. I'm really drawn to the Kuoe Royal Smith.

[@ClickyBezel]

Absolutely! Kuoe is definitely getting the recognition it deserves. Thanks for watching :)

[@andreituculanu4991]

Man, i love your cinematic style and your taste in watches!

[@bigsushsi420]

I loved the video man! Thank you

[@kamanama3671]

i’m a huge mother of pearl watch fan. You don’t often see them in a men’s watch. I think it looks amazing.

[@p8au3l]

Japan is the Mecca of Japanese watch making ;) great video, looking forward to going to Japan myself someday

[@Cosmicghostwriter]

Great storytelling and great job editing 👏

[@UnseenHero]

Great production and of great use to me as I make my way to Japan soon. I can't believe I have not seen any of your content before.

[@ClickyBezel]

Happy hunting and thanks for stopping by :)

[@sold9948]

Pulling production from the 500k sub level... but only 20k?? Mad respect. You're doing great. Keep going. Subbed.

[@ClickyBezel]

I really appreciate it! 🙌

[@andreg8620]

That angular case bullhead is awesome, Congrats My experience tells me to take all the time you need to find the one to buy.

[@Dr_Kubrick]

Great video, pretty wild timing because I just got back from my first visit to Japan last week. I visited about half of the places you mentioned here but ended up picking up a JDM Casio Oceanus OCW-S7000C-2AJF. Similar to BIC Camera I got it from Yodobashi in Kyoto, I got the last one and they took the display down. I went to 7 other Yodobashis and BICs across Tokyo and Kyoto after and didn't see it again so while it wasn't super rare I would have been gutted had I passed and missed it.

[@solidstream13]

I’m 14:09 going to Kyoto today. I’m looking forward to getting a field watch.

[@yexiu6656]

The cinematography is 💯 so you've earned a subscriber. 😊

[@aznrickross]

not so sure about the bull head or the seiko chrono but that, Kuoe mechanical dress watch is a beauty. I think that watch will pair with many outfits and add a bit of flair to everyday.

[@Jo-e7k]

Agree with you Seiko is King.

[@aimarArthas]

Why do I agreed with all of your choices?! Guess we have the same taste. Kudos on your watch journey.

[@Andrewtrance101]

How much did you pay for the Kuoe Military watch? I have been in the market for a well presentable, elegant and good priced Military watch and thank god I came across your video, as I am going to be in Kyoto in July and definitely have put this on my to go list and get myself a watch, Thank you!

[@muslihabdillah_2514]

Great video man! Now you're tempting me to visit Ginza fr 😋

[@ClickyBezel]

You won’t regret it haha. Thanks for watching!

[@alex98281]

What are the best bic cameras store locations for a bigger stock?

[@ryanwanx]

You went to every store I did when I visited in Nov last year. The Nakano stores are amazing and never seen anything like it. I didn't pick up any watches though, even though I kept going back to look at Grand Seiko's...

[@jerseyneil1]

Japan is my favorite place to shop for watches. You should look at the pre-owned market for Swiss watches in Japan, including Rolex, Breitling, Omega, etc. Watches that you can't usually find in the US and Europe can be found in Japan at better prices.

[@84drahcir]

Chris, I really connected with you during this video. Thanks for making it. I look forward to binging past episodes.

[@deusx.machinaanime.3072]

Seiko is a great brand. Nice choices too. Interested in knowing other Japanese brands.

[@2manysigns]

Very nice production . Nice watches .

[@ClickyBezel]

Appreciate it!

[@clamantJTV]

Banger vid, nice man!

[@acm7709]

This was a next level video, Chris. Bravo!

[@alexlee4588]

Nice video. Also v helpful. Thanks for the content.