Hayato Wada / nano/universe
Ms. Wada's style consisted of a Monovi set-up, a Nano Universe T-shirt, and Clarks shoes. The "Banana Watch" has a white dial and a black leather strap.
Nano Universe" has been offering fashions that match the trends of the times while respecting a traditional mindset. Mr. Jun Wada has been with this select store for 15 years. He was a member of the soccer club as a student and played futsal after entering the workforce, but he has recently discovered the fun of golf. On the other hand, he also likes to watch sports, checking out not only soccer and golf but also baseball, basketball, and a wide range of other sports. Mr. Wada showed us his beautiful setup style.
Please tell us about your watch preferences.
Wada: I like watches with simple designs and thin cases. I have always had many opportunities to wear a set-up, so a thin, simple watch is easier to match with that than a bulky watch. Recently, there are many smart watches on the market, but I prefer analog watches.
Why is that?
Wada: Even if I had it on, I probably wouldn't tamper with it that much. I think it would be fine as long as I could check the time. Even if it had many functions, I wouldn't use it that much (laughs). I think watches are just for my taste and to enhance my mood. Nowadays, many people check the time on their smartphones, but I think that is the reason why people wear watches.
What kind of image do you have of the Tissot brand?
Wada: It is a Swiss brand and looks very authentic. Yet it is reasonably priced and more accessible than other brands. I think everyone has the stereotype that "Swiss watches are expensive," but Tissot overturns this notion. And Tissot has been in business for more than 150 years, right? I think that is proof of their solid technology. In particular, the "Banana Watch" was created more than 100 years ago, and I think it is the very embodiment of the "new with the old.
You are also the official timekeeper of the NBA. It is simply amazing that he is an official timekeeper for the NBA, a classic sporty sport that also has a sporty side. You also sponsor famous bicycle races such as the Tour de France and the MotoGP motorcycle race as a timekeeper. That is something that not just anyone can do, so I can only say that it is truly amazing.
How do you feel when you wear the banana watch?
Wada: It is very comfortable to wear. It is also easy to match with anything. It is a simple watch, but the indexes are unique, which is also attractive. For me, a watch is like an accessory, so it would be boring if it were just simple. Today I'm wearing a set-up, but I think it's easy to match with more casual styles as well.
Wada-san wore a model with a leather strap instead of a Milanese bracelet.
Wada: The Milanese bracelet looks more assertive and glamorous. On the other hand, the leather strap is calming. That's why I think it blends more easily with various fashions.
What do you look for when it comes to coordination?
Wada: Basically, I like simple outfits, so I wear a set-up with a plain T-shirt as an inner layer. But that's not enough for me, so I add accessories and a watch to make a statement.
I like the "banana watch" and the subtlety of the accessories.
Wada: I think it is difficult to try to style a fashionable person, but I think this is something that anyone can easily adopt. I think it is better to wear a watch or accessory to the extent that you care about it more than not to wear it.
PROFILE
Born in Saitama, Japan in 1983. After graduating from a photography school, he went to Ireland to study. He joined "Nano Universe" after returning to Japan, and this year marks his 15th year with the company.
