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A Jeweler in Tokyo Reshapes Clients’ Keepsakes

When customers began asking Sae Asaoka to remake their jewelry, her new brand, called Sitate, was born. The word means “custom made” in Japanese.

Custom-Made Shoes: Comfort in a Box

Gifting a pair can be a complex undertaking, but Yohei Fukuda, a master shoemaker in Tokyo, says the result is well worth the effort.

A Tokyo Repair Shop Creates Its Own Watch

Masa’s Pastime hasn’t named its timepiece yet, but intends to introduce the wristwatch in April.

A Tokyo Designer Captures Memories in Gems

Mio Harutaka’s pieces include bunnies, daisies and a piano keyboard ring in diamonds and onyx.

Phone Straps Made of Beads, Crystals and a Bit of Whimsy

Fans of the colorful and quirky String Tings say they generate joy.

Joy in Little-Known Watch Brands

As the hype around household names became overwhelming, some collectors turned to makers like Moritz Grossmann and Furlan Marri.

In Japan, a Visit to the Casio G-Shock Factory

Most of the durable wristwatch’s models — and a number of other electronic items — are made at Yamagata Casio.

In Japan, Artisans Create ‘Cut Glass From Edo’

The traditional technique called edo-kiriko is primarily used for drinking glasses, but one company has used it to make watch dials, too.