Hand Engraved Gold Watches by Kanagawa
The famous Japanese artist and sculptor Keiji Kanagawa engraves each gold watch case upon the customer’s request. May it be on the sides or on the back of the case, Kanagawa will engrave a theme depending on what he was asked. The timepieces can further be enhanced with a Kanji symbol engraved on the dial, or any dial from a classic one to one displaying traditional Japanese craft, such as Urushi, makie, silver filigree or needle art.
- Case engraving
- Dial engraving
- Movement cover engraving
Personalized Gold Watches
Minase’s gold watches are crafted from solid 18K gold. Some models can be ordered on our webshop, but as most of the Masterpieces are made upon the customer’s wishes, we suggest you contact us with your request and ideas.
Movements are of Swiss origin and customized by Minase with special finishing. Each movement is equiped with a Minase customized rotor. Each timepiece comes with its own Certificate of Authenticity and packed in a hand-made wooden box, wrapped in Minase furoshiki.
Custom Gold Watches step by step
First, we will ask our clients to define what part of the case they want to be engraved. It can be the top sides, the back or even the plate covering the movement inside the watch case. Kanagawa also works on dials; he masters dial engravings and needle art.
The customer can also choose a theme for his watch’s engravings. Afterwards, Kanagawa will make some drawings for the client to approve his ideas. Then only will the work of engraving begin.
Gold Engraving Master Kanagawa
Keiji Kanagawa is renowned in Japan for the mangas he designed. Next to this, he’s also a respected artist and sculptor, mastering several traditional crafts. From gold engraving to needle art, Kanagawa has already decorated many bespoke watches.
In his boutique in Tokyo, he sells Minase watches while working in the back-office. Minase is very proud to be able to collaborate with such a great artist who shares the brand’s values.