{"product_id":"g-shock-mr-g-30th-anniversary-haruka-limited-edition-mrg-b2100hr-1a","title":"G-Shock MR-G 30th Anniversary 悠 - Haruka Limited Edition MRG-B2100HR-1A","description":"\u003cp\u003eCelebrate 30 years of MR-G, the pinnacle of the G-SHOCK brand — Immerse yourself in the exquisite beauty of an original artwork by international metal leaf artist Hiroto Rakusho.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on Rakusho’s distinctive metal leaf artistry in Haruka, his original artwork specially created for this limited-edition timepiece, the MRG-B2100HR brings to life the timeless strength and beauty at the heart of MR-G.\u003cbr\u003eThe dial is finished in platinum leaf using traditional metal leaf techniques to evoke the enduring essence of MR-G in a timeless brilliance. Simultaneously bold and delicate, Rakusho’s intricate work delivers the subtle shimmer of powdered platinum leaf and blurring of dark and light tones with an expressive freedom that only the most skilled and sensitive metal leaf artist can bring to life. Every step of the foil stamping is carried out by hand, with Rakusho personally applying the meticulous finishing touches that give each watch a one-of-a-kind brilliance worthy of a limited-edition timepiece. \u003cbr\u003eFor the bezel and bracelet, a unique structural color technique is employed to create a foil stamped texture that exudes the shimmering world of Rakusho’s artwork. An ultrashort-pulse laser forms microscopic[JT1.1] textures on the bezel and bracelet surfaces to create a beautiful, ever-changing color effect that shifts depending on the viewing angle.\u003cbr\u003eThe design begins with the MRG-B2100, symbolizing both the origins and evolution of MR-G. Its exterior is crafted with COBARION, DAT55G, Ti64 titanium, and other high-performance materials, combining strength with a luxe feel. Each bezel component is meticulously polished individually and incorporated into the Casio Multi-Guard Structure to deliver not just beauty, but also shock resistance that protects the watch’s complex and intricate design. The case back is engraved with the “MR-G 30TH” logo and a serial number.\u003cbr\u003eBridging tradition and innovation, blending art and technology, the MRG-B2100HR showcases Rakusho’s exquisite creativity in an exceptional timepiece that truly deserves to be called a work of wearable art. This special MR-G 30th anniversary model is limited to 800 pieces worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal leaf artist Hiroto Rakusho\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1962 in Nishijin, Kyoto, Rakusho studied traditional metal leaf techniques under his father, Jisaku Nishiyama, winner of the Kyoto City Award for Outstanding Technical Contribution to Traditional Handicrafts. In 2002, he established his own Hiroto Rakusho brand. In addition to numerous original works created with his unique techniques, he has also collaborated with designers and artists of various genres. He is engaged in a wide range of activities in Japan and around the world, including working with the Digital Archive Project to preserve cultural artifacts. Moving beyond the traditional aesthetic of metal leaf work cultivated for Nishijin weaving, Rakusho continues to create new forms of expression through this traditional art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoil stamped dial radiates timeless brilliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe art of metal leaf has been passed down in Japan for more than 1,000 years. The ever-luminous quality of this timeless art complements the enduring spirit of strength and beauty that has defined MR-G since the beginning, elevating the dial into a refined expression of traditional Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorld-renowned metal leaf artist Hiroto Rakusho handcrafted the platinum leaf that adorns the components of the latticework dial, which is simultaneously bold and delicate. His intricate work delivers a subtle shimmer of powdered metal leaf and blurring of dark and light tones to create a sense of depth. These touches imbue the dial with a freedom of expression that only the most skilled and sensitive metal leaf artist can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery step of the foil stamping process for this special MR-G is carried out by hand, with Rakusho personally applying the meticulous finishing touches to each timepiece. Each radiates the brilliance of a one-of-a-kind piece — a truly unique watch worthy of commemorating the MR-G 30th anniversary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbracing innovation with ever-changing textures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRakusho transforms the traditional metal leaf techniques of Kyoto’s Nishijin district into one-of-a-kind works of art. Inspired by the ever-changing style and infinite beauty of color that define his work, the bezel employs structural color created with cutting-edge technology. Contrasting with the dial’s serene brilliance, its vibrant hues hint at the brand’s future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructural color is the phenomenon in which iridescent colors appear on butterfly wings, minerals, and other natural surfaces. Rather than pigments, these colors are produced by microscopic surface structures that reflect light, changing in appearance depending on the viewing angle. For this timepiece, structural color is achieved using an ultrashort-pulse laser. Microscopic textures are formed on the top surface of the bezel at the micron level, producing its vibrant colors.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracelet also features a texture created using the same structural color technology as the bezel. After microscopic textures are formed on each bracelet link using an ultrashort pulse laser, the links are assembled together with separate dimple parts to create a design that harmonizes vibrant color with exquisite craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding on the structural color technology used for the bracelet, the foil-inspired texture expresses the ever-changing beauty of color seen in Rakusho’s work. This design conveys the spirit of embracing new challenges to shape the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to the nature of structural color, which changes with light reflection and viewing angle, the appearance of the texture may vary from watch to watch.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial and structure safeguard rugged beauty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt on the MRG-B2100, a model symbolizing both the origins and evolution of MR-G, this timepiece features a top bezel made with COBARION, which boasts a hardness about four times that of pure titanium and a brilliant gleam comparable to platinum. The bracelet employs DAT55G, which offers about three times the hardness of pure titanium, and Ti64 titanium is used for the case, case back, buttons, and crown. Together, these materials combine exceptional strength with refined metallic beauty. A diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating further enhances wear resistance of the metals, helping to preserve their beauty over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than being formed as a single piece, the bezel is constructed from 27 separate components, allowing meticulous polishing down to the finest details. The Multi-Guard Structure incorporates buffers throughout the construction, enabling the complex, full-metal exterior to satisfy the stringent criteria for shock resistance required for MR-G timepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOBARION is a registered trademark of the Iwate Industry Promotion Center and is manufactured exclusively by Eiwa Co., Ltd.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAT is a registered trademark of Daido Steel Co., Ltd. in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe second images show the MRG-B2100B-1A.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial design celebrating the MR-G 30th anniversary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis timepiece is limited to 800 pieces worldwide, each one carefully and individually hand-finished by Hiroto Rakusho. To commemorate 30 years of MR-G, the case back is engraved with the “MR-G 30TH” logo and a serial number and delivered in an exclusive specially commissioned box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"G-Shock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47967256969387,"sku":"MRG-B2100HR-1A","price":8000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/2783\/3515\/files\/MRG-B2100HR-1A-front_e7fee31f-8a47-4216-b7bd-c1b38a98b03d.webp?v=1790687717","url":"https:\/\/www.exquisitetimepieces.com\/products\/g-shock-mr-g-30th-anniversary-haruka-limited-edition-mrg-b2100hr-1a","provider":"Exquisite Timepieces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}