# Anime Studio Timepieces The Seiko x Studio Ghibli Watches are Themed After Popular Films By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-06-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-ghibli-watches References: [soranews24](https://soranews24.com/2018/06/13/seiko-to-release-new-ghibli-watches-including-limited-edition-30th-anniversary-totoro-watches/) The [Seiko](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-presage-1) x Studio Ghibli Watches have been unveiled as a lineup of accessories for adult consumers that will allow them to keep a touch of their favorite films from the company on their wrist. Coming in several styles inspired by My Neighbor [Totoro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mug-tumblers) and Kiki's Delivery Service, the timepieces are each adorned with whimsical imagery on the face that offers a subtle touch of style for anime connoisseurs to enjoy. The timepieces have been created in eight styles in total, which are each outfitted with a premium leather strap that comes in seven different colors to fit individual style preferences. The Seiko x Studio Ghibli Watches have been announced alongside two limited-edition My Neighbor Totoro timepieces that are limited to just 1,000 examples each. Image Credit: Studio Ghibli ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Anime-inspired Timepieces:** Opportunity for watch manufacturers to partner with popular anime studios to create themed watches for adult consumers. - **Premium Leather Straps:** Opportunity for leather manufacturers to partner with watch companies to create interchangeable straps to fit individual style preferences. - **Limited Edition Releases:** Opportunity for companies to create limited edition products to generate buzz and drive sales among collectors and anime enthusiasts. ### Where This Applies - **Watch Manufacturing:** Watchmakers can explore collaborations with popular anime studios to create unique products and expand their consumer base. - **Leather Manufacturing:** Leather goods manufacturers can partner with watch companies to create premium, interchangeable straps for watches. - **Anime Merchandise:** Companies can create merchandise based on popular anime titles to cater to the growing anime enthusiast market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anime-Inspired Timepiece Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-presage-1.md) - [Anime Skateboard Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-neighbor-totoro-skateboard-clock.md) - [Anime Franchise-Inspired T-Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gbl.md) - [Anime-Inspired Extensive Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ensky.md) - [Anime-Inspired Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-ghibli-and-uniqlo.md) - [Cartoon-Adorned Premium Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-melody-watch.md) - [Cartoon-Branded Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-house-ghsmwl-x-sanrio.md) - [Anime-Inspired Tea Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-ghibli-tea.md) - [Zen Garden-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-zen-garden.md)