Citizen Watch

Citizen is a global leader in timekeeping and electronics. Originally established in 1918 as Shokosha Watch Research Institute, the brand's name was inspired by a desire to produce high-quality watches that all citizens could afford. Today, it is renowned for its proprietary Eco-Drive technology, which allows watches to be powered by any light source, eliminating the need for battery replacements.

The manufacturing process is largely vertically integrated within Japan, where Citizen produces its own movements (Miyota) and internal components. While high-end models are crafted in Japanese facilities, the company also utilizes manufacturing plants in China and Thailand for assembly and specific parts to meet global demand.

Citizen remains a truly Japanese brand, owned by the Citizen Watch Co., Ltd., which is headquartered in Tokyo. It operates as a multinational conglomerate that oversees several other famous brands, including Bulova, Frederique Constant, and Alpina. The brand continues to focus on technological innovation and environmental sustainability in watchmaking.