From Silk To Sea: Seiko Launches Two Stunning New Timepieces

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From the silk-weaving traditions of Tomioka to the deep blue world of diving, Seiko’s two newest releases are a testament to the art of watchmaking. Introducing the Seiko Presage Tomioka Silk and the Seiko Prospex x PADI 60th Anniversary Limited Edition — where history and craftsmanship meet on the wrist.

Seiko Presage Tomioka Silk

The Seiko Presage collection is renowned for showcasing Seiko’s mechanical watchmaking expertise alongside distinctive expressions of Japanese culture and artistry. Today, four new creations join the Presage Classic Series, each featuring a dial inspired by the beauty of Tomioka silk, a premium Japanese silk produced in the region surrounding the Tomioka Silk Mill in Gunma Prefecture, in the northern Kanto region of Japan.

Tomioka silk is made exclusively from locally produced cocoons and prized for its fine, uniform threads carefully crafted by skilled artisans. Distinguished by its smooth texture, subtle sheen, and elegant drape, it reflects Japan’s long standing tradition of sericulture and silk craftsmanship.

Established in 1872, the Tomioka Silk Mill thrived as the center of Japan’s silk industry and played a pivotal role in its development. In recognition of this historical significance, the “Tomioka Silk Mill and Related Sites” were registered in 2014 as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To safeguard and pass on the tradition of sericulture, along with Japan’s silk culture, the Tomioka Silk Promotion Organization was established in 2021. Its initiatives span the entire silk production process in Tomioka City, from cocoon cultivation to the development, manufacture, and sale of purely domestically produced silk products. Today, the Tomioka Silk Promotion Organization works to build on this historical background and promote Tomioka silk as a symbol of Japanese craftsmanship and cultural legacy.

Today, Seiko Presage celebrates the elegance and craftsmanship of Tomioka silk, capturing its beauty in four new creations, one of which is offered as a limited edition of 2,000.

A new dial pattern that captures the flowing, lustrous sheen of Tomioka silk

The limited-edition watch’s intricate dial pattern reflects the graceful drape and texture inherent in finely woven Tomioka silk. The refined luster and pristine whiteness of silk produced by a rare silkworm variety cultivated in Gunma Prefecture are captured on the dial, which is finished with a pearl-like coating that shimmers gracefully in the light and imparts a sophisticated radiance.

The Leather Working Group (LWG) is a non-profit organization dedicated to responsibly made, sustainable leather production. Seiko, a member of LWG, aims to increase its percentage of leather straps made with leather produced by LWG certified tanneries to over 90% in the future.

Three new creations with dials that channel Japanese art and culture

In addition to the limited-edition watch, three regular-production models join the Presage Classic Series. Featuring the same dial pattern inspired by Tomioka silk, each showcases a color used in traditional Japanese craft to highlight the natural tones created by silk’s beautiful luster: shironeri – an immaculate white born from the refining of silk threads; wakatake-iro – a fresh, vibrant green long favored in kimono dyeing; and sakura-iro – a soft pink evoking cherry blossoms that has been cherished since ancient times.

The creation with the sakura-iro dial comes with a leather strap in a deep brown color, inspired by the trunk of the cherry tree. As with the limited-edition watch, the strap is made with leather sourced from Leather Working Group-certified tanneries.

All four models are offered in a 38.0mm case, adding a new size variation to the Presage Classic Series. Drawing on the mechanical Caliber 6R51, the watches have a power reserve of approximately 72 hours, exemplifying Presage’s expertise in both design and high-quality mechanical watchmaking. The four watches will be available at the Seiko Boutiques and select retail stores worldwide from July 2026.

Supporting the Tomioka Silk Promotion Organization

Seiko Presage will support efforts to preserve and pass on the sericulture and silk industry of the Tomioka region by donating a portion of the proceeds from the Seiko Presage collection to the Tomioka Silk Promotion Organization.

Seiko Prospex x PADI 60th Anniversary Limited Edition

Seiko’s long history in diver’s watches reaches back to when the company created Japan’s first diver’s watch in 1965. The following year, in 1966, two American dive enthusiasts founded PADI® to raise training standards and expand access to diving education. Sixty years after its founding, PADI has grown to become the world’s largest diving organization. Operating in 183 countries worldwide with over 30 million certifications issued, PADI has greatly expanded the world of diving while actively promoting ocean conservation.

As PADI celebrates its 60th anniversary, the organization and Seiko also mark 10 years of partnership – advancing diver safety, exploration, and a shared commitment to ocean protection. For the past five years, Seiko Prospex has also supported the PADI AWARE Foundation, the conservation nonprofit founded by PADI, through its global marine debris initiatives as part of Prospex’s Save the Ocean activities.

Drew Richardson, president and CEO of PADI, commented: “What makes this partnership meaningful is our shared belief that those who explore the ocean must also help protect it.

Seiko understands that the future of diving depends on the health of the ocean. That long-term perspective has been the foundation of our partnership for the past decade.”

Drawing on this shared passion for ocean conservation, a new limited-edition Prospex diver’s watch celebrates six decades of PADI.

A dial inspired by PADI’s 60th anniversary logo

The design pays homage to the shared passion for underwater exploration and deep respect for the ocean that unites members of the diving community all around the world. Inspired by the colors of PADI’s 60th anniversary logo, the watch features a striking blue dial and is accented with touches of red at the 6 o’clock position and on the seconds hand. A globe motif derived from the logo stretches across the entire dial. On the unidirectional rotating bezel, a ceramic insert ensures exceptional scratch resistance while its vivid blue hue enhances the dial design.

A design long trusted by divers

The watch’s case features the iconic form of one of Seiko’s most famous diver’s watch designs. Characterized by its smooth, flowing silhouette and 4 o’clock crown position, it is a design beloved by generations of divers.

In addition to a robust stainless steel bracelet, the watch also comes with a strap made of high-strength silicone, printed with the words “Professional Association of Diving Instructors.” With its accordion design, the strap ensures comfort both when worn over a wetsuit and directly on the wrist.

The new diver’s watch will be available from July 2026 as a limited edition of 8,000 at the Seiko Boutiques and select retail partners worldwide.

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