Founded: 2019
Based in: Japan
Typical Price Range: £1,000–£3,000
Known For: Elegant dress watches, intricate dials, Hajime Asaoka connection, Japanese craftsmanship
Website: kuronotokyo.com
Founded in Japan by renowned independent watchmaker Hajime Asaoka, Kurono Tokyo was created to bring elements of high-end independent watch design to a more accessible audience. The brand combines refined proportions, intricate dial work, and strong classical influence with distinctly Japanese attention to detail.
The watches often feature richly textured dials, elaborate colour combinations, and elegant case designs inspired by vintage dress watches and traditional horology. While more accessible than Asaoka’s handmade haute horlogerie pieces, Kurono Tokyo still retain a strong sense of individuality and craftsmanship.
What makes Kurono Tokyo stand out is refinement. The watches feel artistic and carefully composed without becoming overly ornate or inaccessible.
