# Transparent Timepieces Japanese Watchmaker Creates a Crazy Clock By Greg Ponesse | Published 2005-12-26 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-flimsy-clock References: [coolest-gadgets](http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20051219/the-flimsy-clock/#more-414) Out of Tokyo comes the news that a Japanese watchmaker has created the flimsiest clock in the world. This is not only the flimsiest [digital clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-japan) to be created in the world but also the [thinnest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ressence-type-9). It is as thin as camera film and can be bent to attach to the curve of a wall. This cool gadget is only three millimeters or .12 inches thick and can be seen from sharp angles, on foggy and rainy days or in bright sunlight. This is one of the best clocks designed for walls of buildings, round pillars that you see in train stations or at malls. This way anyone will just be able to glance up at this [giant flexible clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock) and know what time it is. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Flexible Displays:** Innovative clock design demonstrates the potential for flexible displays in various applications. - **Ultra-thin Technology:** The creation of the thinnest clock in the world showcases the advancements in ultra-thin technology, opening up possibilities for slim and lightweight devices. - **Enhanced Visibility:** The clock's ability to be seen from sharp angles, in various weather conditions, and in bright sunlight highlights the demand for improved visibility technology across different industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for incorporating flexible displays and ultra-thin technology in smartphones, tablets, and wearable devices. - **Architecture & Design:** Disruptive innovation potential for incorporating flexible displays into buildings, allowing for dynamic and interactive architectural elements. - **Transportation:** Integration of enhanced visibility technology in public spaces like train stations and malls, improving wayfinding and real-time information display. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Global Desk-Side Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-clock-1.md) - [Pixelated Flip-Style Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniot-klapklok.md) - [Slim Structure Luxe Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octo-finissimo-ultra.md) - [Mechanical Digital Mesmerizing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock.md) - [Intentionally Foggy Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kehai-clock.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md) - [Tubular Illuminating Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-blade.md) - [Hyper-Slim Tourbillon Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bvlgari-octo-finissimo-ultra-tourbillon.md) - [Ultra Thin Luxe Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altiplano-ultimate.md)