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*Source: https://www.sponichi.co.jp/soccer/news/2022/10/17/kiji/20221016s00002180894000c.html

In this 69th installment, we will be taking a closer look at 【Watches worn by former Japanese national team players Part 1 . What kind of watches are they wearing?

So let's kick off right away!

Shunsuke Nakamura

*Source: https://www.football-zone.net/archives/409237

Nakamura Shunsuke is Japan's proud left-handed genius.

Nakamura's signature free kicks are world class. He has scored many amazing goals in his career, but his direct free kicks in two consecutive games in the 2006-2007 Champions League are still legendary.

The watch that Nakamura is wearing is

[Rolex]
"Daytona"
"Ref.116520"

*Source: https://lunaroyster.com/product/2001-rolex-cosmograph-daytona-ref-116520-panna-cream-dial-box-papers/
*Source: https://www.tokyo-sports.co.jp/articles/-/242370

The popular Rolex model "Daytona" competes for first and second place. This "Ref. 116520" was released in 2000, and the details were improved, such as changing the layout of the sub-dials and enlarging the indexes due to the change in the movement from the previous model ("Cal. 4030" to "Cal. 4130"). It has a different atmosphere from the successor model that uses a Cerachrom bezel, and gives a classic impression.

Junichi Inamoto

*Source: https://the-ans.jp/column/246433/

Junichi Inamoto, the "King of Naniwa" who is strong in close quarters.

Inamoto is physically strong enough to withstand even the larger foreign players, is good at one-on-one play, and played a role in stabilizing the team in the deep midfield. He is known not only for his defense but also for his scoring ability, and in the 2002 Japan-Korea World Cup, he scored in two consecutive games, making a major contribution to Japan's long-awaited first World Cup victory.

The watch that Inamoto is wearing is

[Carl F. Bucherer]
"Heritage Bicompax Annual Hometown Tokyo"
"Ref.00.10803.08.92.82"

*Source: https://www.gressive.jp/carl_f_bucherer/special/220428-interview/inamoto-junichi.html?top
*Source: https://www.carl-f-bucherer.com/en/watches/heritage-bicompax-annual-hometown-edition-tokyo-00-10803-08-92-82

The combination of the mint gradation color, Arabic indexes, and black counters is eye-catching, and this rare model was sold in Japan only with only 88 pieces. The case back is engraved with "Tokyo symbols" such as Tokyo Tower, Skytree, Rainbow Bridge, and Sensoji Temple against the background of Mt. Fuji, making it a wonderful design befitting a Japan-only model. It also features an annual calendar, a complex mechanism, making it an attractive watch with a wide range of functions!

Sato Hisato Player

*Source: https://twitter.com/jfa_samuraiblue/status/1244457611430227968

Goal-producing machine, " Sato Hisato ".

Sato has an outstanding nose for the goal and is extremely skilled at creating situations that make you wonder, "How is he so free in front of the goal?" There are many reasons for this, but there is no doubt that his positioning skills are excellent. His ability is also reflected in the numbers, as he has set an unprecedented record of scoring double digits in 11 consecutive seasons since 2005!

The watch that Sato is wearing is

[Audemars Piguet]
"Royal Oak Day Date"
"Ref.26330ST.OO.1220ST.01"

*Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ct-j7rIvBJI/
*Source: https://www.chrono24.com/audemarspiguet/royal-oak-the-owl-26330stoo1220st01–id22708911.htm#gref

The Royal Oak is synonymous with luxury sports watches, featuring a tapestry dial and a traditional octagonal case that is the symbol of Audemars Piguet. This is a day-date model of the Royal Oak, and by deliberately eliminating the small second hand, it has a simple and clean design. The sub-dial is equipped with a pointer date and day of the week function, and the moderate case size of 39mm makes this a popular model that is not widely available.

Keita Suzuki

*Source: https://the-ans.jp/column/128742/

Suzuki Keita runs around the pitch with endless stamina.

Suzuki has incredible stamina, allowing him to keep running throughout the entire game, and is known for his ball-winning ability. His dedicated defense was also highly praised by Japan national team coach Osim. His playing style is worthy of the name "defensive craftsman," so although he is not particularly good at offense, he can score goals himself if given the chance.

The watch that Suzuki is wearing is

[Osso Italy]
"Generale"
"Ref.GT-01"

*Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/BzH0400gOyC/
*Source: https://osso-japan.stores.jp/items/5cadacfc0686f3029bc9acce

The brand's first skeleton model, the Generale, features an all-black case and bracelet with a red second hand. As the model name, which means "General" in Italian, suggests, it gives off a powerful and heavy impression. The slightly rounded square case and the screws on the bezel are reminiscent of Audemars Piguet's representative model, the Royal Oak.

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This time, we hope you will learn what kind of watches are worn by former Japanese national team players and become interested in luxury watches.

So, which sportsman's watch will we focus on next time? Please wait with excitement!

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