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Casio G-Shock GA-2100 Series

ownerCasio Computer Co., Ltd. (Japan)
originJapan
manufacturedPrimarily in Thailand and Japan, but also produced in China

The product in the image is a Casio G-Shock, specifically from the GA-2100 series, often referred to as the 'CasiOak' due to its octagonal bezel design. G-Shock is a line of watches manufactured by the Japanese electronics company Casio, designed to resist mechanical stress, shock, and vibration. The brand was created by Kikuo Ibe in 1983 with the vision of creating a watch that never breaks.

While Casio is a Japanese company, its manufacturing operations are global. The G-Shock line is primarily assembled in Casio's own factories located in Thailand and Japan, with some components and lower-end models also produced in China. High-end and premium G-Shock models are typically produced at the 'Mother Factory' in Yamagata, Japan, to ensure the highest quality standards.

Casio Computer Co., Ltd. remains the ultimate owner of the G-Shock brand. Based in Shibuya, Tokyo, Casio is a multinational electronics manufacturing corporation known for its calculators, mobile phones, cameras, and electronic musical instruments. The brand continues to be a subsidiary of Casio's main corporate structure without third-party conglomerate ownership, maintaining its heritage as a Japanese innovation leader in timekeeping technology.

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