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In 1967, Grand Seiko introduced its first automatic mechanical watch, known as the 62GS. The watch was characterized by its distinctive bezel-free construction, allowing a seamless integration of the crystal with the case. Today, two new timepieces based on the 62GS design join the Heritage Collection, each with a dial that evokes the captivating beauty of cherry blossoms in early spring.

The beauty of the natural world is palpable at the Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi, where Grand Seiko mechanical watches are made. Located in northern Japan, with Mt. Iwate in the distance, master craftsmen and women bring watches to life in a place deeply in tune with the local surroundings. Today, a new creation inspired by the mountain that has come to symbolize Grand Seiko mechanical watchmaking is introduced into the Evolution 9 Collection. In design, material and technology, the new watch demonstrates the innovative spirit of Grand Seiko.

Grand Seiko’s reverence for nature and the changing seasons is beautifully expressed in the SBGH368, an 18-karat rose gold timepiece inspired by sakura-kakushi—the fleeting moment when cherry blossoms lie hidden beneath freshly fallen snow. This striking reinterpretation of the 62GS, Grand Seiko’s first automatic mechanical model from 1967, blends heritage with modern craftsmanship and marks the first non-limited edition within the 62GS case design crafted in 18K rose gold.