Seiko HCC009J1 — Presage Classic Series TRADMAN'S BONSAI Limited Edition
The Seiko HCC009J1 is a limited-edition collaboration between Seiko Presage and TRADMAN'S BONSAI — the creative collective specialising in the production and curation of bonsai spaces, founded in 2015 with a mission to share the traditional Japanese art of bonsai with the world. Limited to 2,000 pieces worldwide, each individually serial-numbered, the HCC009J1 is inspired by the serene beauty of a Japanese black pine bonsai illuminated by moonlight: the matsuba-iro (pine needle green) textured dial evokes the powerful character and texture of an aging pine tree, while gold-tone accents on the case and strap represent the glow of the moon. Powered by the 6R51 automatic calibre with 72-hour power reserve, it is housed in a compact 38 mm stainless steel case with a dual-curved sapphire crystal featuring anti-reflective coating.
Key Features
- Seiko 6R51 automatic calibre — 24 jewels, 72-hour power reserve, hand-winding capability, stop second hand, Made in Japan (J1)
- +25/-15 seconds per day accuracy — dependable automatic timekeeping
- Matsuba-iro (pine needle green) textured dial — inspired by the bark of an aging Japanese black pine bonsai, a traditional Japanese colour symbolising good fortune
- Gold-tone accents — on the case and strap, representing moonlight illuminating the pine
- Date display — practical daily utility
- 38.0 mm stainless steel case — 12.9 mm thick, 43.8 mm lug-to-lug, the most compact Presage in the range
- Dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on inner surface — premium clarity to showcase the textured dial
- See-through screw case back — with "LIMITED EDITION" marking and individual serial number
- 10 bar (100 metres) water resistance — genuine swim-ready capability
- 4,800 A/m magnetic resistance — shielded against everyday magnetic fields
- Deployment clasp with push-button release on 20 mm lugs
- Additional calf leather strap included — with embossed sanko-matsu pine needle motif on the underside, a traditional symbol of good fortune
- Special presentation box and original watch cloth included
- Limited to 2,000 pieces worldwide
Why You'll Love It
The HCC009J1 is the Presage for the buyer who wants a watch that tells a story beyond timekeeping. The collaboration with TRADMAN'S BONSAI brings the philosophy and aesthetics of Japanese bonsai culture into watch design — the matsuba-iro dial is not just green, it is a specific traditional Japanese colour with centuries of cultural significance, and the bark-inspired texture gives the dial a tactile, organic depth that standard dials cannot match. The gold-tone accents evoke moonlight without overwhelming the design, and the additional strap with embossed pine needle motif extends the bonsai narrative to the wearing experience. At 38 mm it wears compactly on the wrist — a deliberate choice that reflects bonsai's philosophy of finding beauty and power in miniature scale. With only 2,000 pieces worldwide, it carries genuine collectible provenance.
HCC009J1 vs HCC005J1 / HCC006J1
All three are Presage Classic Series special-dial models with 72-hour power reserve and dual-curved sapphire with AR coating. The HCC009J1 has the 6R51 calibre (no 24-hour hand), a 38 mm case, textured pine green dial, gold-tone accents, 10 bar WR, and is limited to 2,000 pieces — the collectible collaboration. The HCC005J1 has the 6R5H calibre (with 24-hour hand), a 39.6 mm case, enamel dial, and splash resistance — the enamel artisan piece. The HCC006J1 has the same 6R5H/39.6 mm but with urushi lacquer — the lacquerwork artisan piece. Three different Japanese craft traditions, three different calibres, three different case sizes.
The Seiko Story
Since 1881, when Kintaro Hattori founded a clock and watch shop in Ginza, Tokyo, Seiko has been at the forefront of timekeeping innovation — from the world's first quartz wristwatch in 1969 to today's GPS Solar and Spring Drive technologies. The Presage collection carries Seiko's dress-watch heritage forward with Japanese-made movements and artisan-inspired design. The HCC009J1 extends that philosophy into a collaboration with TRADMAN'S BONSAI — uniting the centuries-old art of bonsai with Seiko's centuries-old craft of watchmaking in a 2,000-piece limited edition that celebrates Japanese culture at its most refined.
Backed by Seiko's official warranty. Authentic Seiko Presage, sold by authorised retailer City Chain Singapore. Limited to 2,000 pieces worldwide.
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