Seiko x Tradman's Bonsai Presage Classic Series: Japanese Artistry Meets Horology

Seiko Partners with Tradman's Bonsai for Limited Edition Presage

Seiko has announced a new collaboration with Tradman's Bonsai, a Japanese creative collective dedicated to celebrating and preserving the traditional art of Japanese Bonsai. The resulting timepiece, the Seiko Presage Classic Series Tradman's Bonsai, brings the aesthetic of miniature pine trees to life through a distinctive green gradient dial and gold-tone case design.

According to Hodinkee, Tradman's Bonsai mission centers on creating Bonsai spaces and pursuing collaborations with brands across street culture, fashion, and art worlds. This partnership with Seiko represents a natural extension of that vision, combining centuries-old Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary watchmaking.

Design and Specifications

Inspired by the Art of Bonsai

The dial design draws direct inspiration from the bark of aging pine trees, featuring a pattern that gently spirals outward from the center. This texture is paired with a deep green gradient treatment that transitions from darker tones at the edges to lighter hues toward the center, creating visual depth reminiscent of looking through a canopy of miniature pine branches.

The dual-curved sapphire crystal with interior anti-reflective coating enhances the dial's visual complexity while ensuring excellent legibility. The fluted bezel, rendered in yellow gold-tone finish, adds a dressy element that distinguishes this model from other Presage variants.

Movement and Exhibition Caseback

Powered by Seiko's caliber 6R51 automatic movement, the watch offers 72 hours of power reserve with hand-winding capability. The movement operates at 21,600 vibrations per hour with 24 jewels and provides accuracy between -15 and +25 seconds per day.

The sapphire exhibition caseback features the Tradman's Bonsai logo and wordmark in gold, though the design covers much of the caseback surface, partially obscuring views of the movement. This decorative approach emphasizes the collaborative nature of the piece.

Dual Strap System

Each watch ships with two attachment options: a gold-tone stainless steel multi-link bracelet for formal occasions, and a black calfskin leather strap with gold-tone deployant clasp for more casual wear. The leather strap features a bark-like texture that echoes the dial design, with a pine-green liner embossed with a pine-needle motif.

• Bark-inspired spiral dial texture in pine green gradient
• Yellow gold-tone fluted bezel and case finish
• 72-hour power reserve caliber 6R51
• Dual-curved sapphire crystal with AR coating
• Two strap options: gold-tone bracelet and textured leather
• Tradman's Bonsai logo on exhibition caseback

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the pine green dial color?

The pine green color and bark-inspired texture directly reference the art of Bonsai cultivation, specifically the aging pine trees that are among the most prized specimens in Japanese Bonsai tradition. The gradient effect creates depth that evokes looking through miniature tree canopies.

How does this Presage differ from standard models?

The HCC009 introduces a new dial texture and color not previously seen in the Presage line, combined with the yellow gold-tone finish that creates a distinctive green-and-gold aesthetic. The collaboration branding and dual-strap packaging further distinguish it from standard production models.

Is the gold-tone finish durable?

Seiko uses ion plating for the gold-tone finish on stainless steel, which provides good durability for daily wear. While not solid gold, the plating process creates a hard surface layer that resists fading and scratching better than traditional gold plating methods.

Source: According to Hodinkee, published August 18, 2026.

Learn more about Seiko's Presage collection in our Complete Guide to Seiko Presage Watches or explore Japanese watchmaking traditions in our Japanese Horology Overview.