Maker's Watch Knot
A pioneer of customized watches founded in Kichijoji, Tokyo — mix and match watches, straps and buckles to create your own.
Maker's Watch Knot is a customized watch brand founded in 2014 in a small apartment in Kichijoji, Tokyo. The official global site describes Knot as a company that connects people through craftsmanship, with a mission to bring high-quality watches made in Japan to the world at a reasonable price. Knot emphasizes the joy of customization — mixing and matching the watch, strap and buckle — while collaborating with traditional Japanese craftsmanship through its MUSUBU initiatives. The brand also notes a growing focus on sustainable initiatives as part of its approach.
PROFILE Company & Brand Story
Knot was founded in 2014 in a small apartment in Kichijoji, Tokyo, and grew as a pioneer in customized watches.
The brand's focus is not simply making "tools" to measure time, but creating meaningful experiences and memories — while passing on Japanese craftsmanship to future generations.
Knot aims to deliver high-quality watches made in Japan to people worldwide at a reasonable price, challenging conventional distribution practices.
Through MUSUBU partnerships, Knot collaborates with traditional crafts and skills across Japan to communicate Japanese quality and culture globally.
As a leading customized watch maker, Knot also mentions a growing commitment to sustainability and a customer-first philosophy.
Founded in 2014 in Kichijoji, Tokyo
The global About page states that Knot was founded in 2014 in a small apartment in Kichijoji, Tokyo, and positions the brand as a pioneer in customized watches.
Customization as an experience (mix & match)
Knot highlights the ability to mix and match the watch, strap and buckle, enjoying customization like a fashion choice rather than just a timekeeping tool.
Delivering Japanese quality to the world
The global site explains its goal to make high-quality watches made in Japan accessible to people around the world, at a price that is affordable.
MUSUBU collaborations with Japanese craftsmanship
Knot emphasizes collaborating with traditional crafts and skills across Japan through MUSUBU partnerships to connect Japan's craftsmanship with the world.
Customer-first mindset and sustainable initiatives
The global About page mentions a "customer first" mindset and notes that Knot has started focusing on sustainable initiatives as the leading maker of customized watches.
PRODUCTS Featured Products & Services
Maker's Watch Knot — Watches (Japan-made, customizable)
A lineup of Japan-made watches designed to be customized with straps and buckles for a personal fit and style.
View DetailsMaker's Watch Knot — Straps
A wide range of straps, including collaborations with Japanese craftsmanship, designed to be swapped and enjoyed.
View DetailsMEDIA Media, Awards & Initiatives
- The global About page outlines Knot's mission to connect people through craftsmanship and to deliver Japanese quality to the world at an affordable price.
- The Japan site publishes a timeline (history/awards) and store network, providing more detailed local information.