OUR STORY
JIOS is a Japanese watch brand born in Ishiyama, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, the birthplace of Japanese watchmaking. With a commitment to delivering exceptional quality, we bring the craftsmanship of Japan to the world.
What's JIOS？
Rooted in the refined tradition of Japanese manufacturing, we create timeless, high-quality products that appeal to a wide range of ages and are built to last. Through our watches, we aim to share this craftsmanship globally.
Our mission is to showcase the world-renowned Japanese craftsmanship and deliver high-quality Japanese-made watches to the global market. The precision and accuracy of Japanese manufacturing are the hallmarks of the NIPPON brand.
JIOS is a brand dedicated to producing high-quality, MADE IN JAPAN watches.
Amidst the influx of foreign-made products and concerns about Japan's declining international competitiveness, JIOS was founded in 2022 with the mission to bring the excellence and superior quality of genuine Japanese products to the world.
About the Founding
Otsu City in Shiga Prefecture, where JIOS was born, is also known as the birthplace of Japanese timekeeping. This tradition dates back approximately 1,350 years to the era of Emperor Tenchi, when the first water clock (Roukoku) was installed to mark time. The Nihon Shoki records that this was the first time a water clock was used to sound bells and drums to signal the time, marking the origin of what is now known as "Time Day" in Japan.
The founder, Takewaki, was born and raised in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, a place rich in history, where he also spent his high school years. He always had a vague idea of wanting to create something meaningful and giving back to his community.
With nearly 20 years of experience in the watch industry, Takewaki became deeply familiar with the exceptional quality and precision of Japanese-made watches. Driven by a desire to share the excellence of authentic Japanese craftsmanship with the world, he established the Japanese watch brand JIOS. The name JIOS is derived from the initials of "Japan, Ishiyama, Otsu, Shiga," reflecting his commitment to the local community.
The founder's passion for delivering watches worldwide is reflected in the meticulous quality and design of each JIOS timepiece, promising unparalleled craftsmanship. Through dedicated watchmaking, JIOS also aims to promote the charm of its hometown—Shiga Prefecture, Otsu City, and Ishiyama—enhancing the regional brand and contributing to the community's global recognition.
Quality
Japanese products are renowned worldwide for their high quality and precision. However, in recent years, concerns have been raised about Japan's declining international competitiveness.
At JIOS, we believe in the excellence and superior quality of genuine Japanese products. We are committed to continuing our meticulous craftsmanship to bring high-quality Japanese products to a global audience, helping more people appreciate the value of Japanese manufacturing.
Our goal is to have as many people as possible experience JIOS products, to feel the exceptional quality of Japanese-made watches, and to share the joy that comes with them.
To ensure the quality of our products and services, JIOS is operated by a small, dedicated team. This approach allows us to provide more attentive service and maintain the highest standards in our watches.
Our Commitment to Fair Pricing
High-Quality Japanese Watches at an Affordable Price
At JIOS, we utilize a D2C (Direct to Consumer) business model, which allows us to significantly reduce intermediary costs and offer our products at more affordable prices. D2C means that we manage everything in-house, from planning and production to sales, and deliver our products directly to you, the customer. By eliminating middlemen, we can keep costs low and continue to provide high-quality, Japanese-made products at competitive prices.
Many brands invest heavily in TV advertising and other promotional activities, with these costs often reflected in the product's final price. Additionally, large-scale factory operations and extensive labor costs are usually factored into pricing. At JIOS, we operate with a lean, highly skilled team, allowing us to maintain high-quality standards while keeping prices low, without the need for extensive advertising budgets
OUR FUTURE
Our brand philosophy is centered on producing high-quality, Japanese-made watches and sharing the excellence of Japanese craftsmanship with the world. By continuing to deliver precise, accurate products and high-quality services, we believe we can strengthen the JIOS brand and contribute to our local community.
Looking ahead, we are focused on further improving product quality and enhancing our brand. To achieve this, we aim to establish our own in-house workshop for watch assembly. Currently, we rely on trusted domestic companies for manufacturing, but we recognize that outsourcing limits our ability to consistently maintain the high level of quality we aspire to. Therefore, we aim to set up our in-house workshop as soon as possible. Establishing our own workshop will enable us to produce Made in JAPAN watches with a stable, high level of quality, which we plan to deliver to customers worldwide.
In addition to this, we envision creating a local store that combines our workshop with a watch gallery. We hope that people from around the world will visit our store to experience JIOS watches, explore Shiga Prefecture, Otsu City, and Ishiyama, and enjoy local dining and tourism. By sharing these experiences on social media and other platforms, we aim to increase our brand's visibility and create a cycle of positive impact that contributes to the community.