# Japan-Inspired Porcelain Watches Paul Gerber Collaborated with a Japanese Brand to Create Watches By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-07-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japaninspired References: [spoon-tamago](http://www.spoon-tamago.com/2016/07/18/japanese-and-swiss-craftsmanship-come-together-to-create-the-beautiful-arita-yaki-wristwatch/) & [koransha.co.jp](http://www.koransha.co.jp/) These Japan-inspired watches were created in a collaboration between Paul Gerber and the Japanese company Koransha. The watches are limited edition and have porcelain faces, setting them apart from other timepieces on the market. The porcelain faces are covered with Japan-inspired motifs such as bonsai trees, dragons and small beautiful flowers. The watches are simple and elegant, while still maintaining detailed and individual designs with the Japanese art they are adorned with. Paul Gerber collaborated with Japanese company Koransha thanks to its large fan following. These intricately designed watches are accompanied by a hefty price tag -- costing approximately $46,000 dollars. For those who can afford the high cost, these beautiful watches are worth it for their unique, [limited edition design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sn-mi). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Limited Edition Watches:** The trend of limited edition watches offers an opportunity for brands to create exclusive and collectible timepieces. - **Porcelain-faced Watches:** The trend of using porcelain faces in watches opens up possibilities for luxury brands to incorporate unique materials into their designs. - **Artistic Watch Design:** The trend of incorporating intricate and art-inspired designs on watches presents an opportunity for brands to cater to consumers seeking a visually unique timepiece. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Watches:** The luxury watch industry can capitalize on the trend of limited edition and porcelain-faced watches to appeal to high-end consumers seeking exclusive and luxurious timepieces. - **Collectibles:** The collectibles industry can tap into the trend of limited edition watches and collaborate with watch brands to create highly sought-after collectible timepieces. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore the trend of artistic watch design to create unique collaborations that showcase artistry in wearable accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocketwatch-Inspired Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-presage-craftsmanship-series-porter.md) - [Japanese Woodwork-Inspired Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-woodwork.md) - [Opulent Avian-Accented Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/credor-goldfeather-tourbillon-gbcf999.md) - [Artful Patterned Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mrgb2000kt3a.md) - [Zen Garden-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-zen-garden.md) - [Streetwear-Inspired Watch Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audemars-piguet-x-kaws.md) - [Diamond Jubilee Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kurono-grand-jubilee-calendar.md) - [Rugged Swordsmith-Designed Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-mrgb2000js.md) - [Movement-Honoring Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-seiko-elegance-collection.md)