G-SHOCK Taps ONE OK ROCK for a Special GM-2100 Watch Collab

Two prominent, Japanese cultural forces have collided. ONE OK ROCK has partnered up with G-SHOCK for a special collaboration, starring a fresh GM-2100 timepiece that celebrates the band’s 20th anniversary.

Under the creative supervision of Ryota – ONE OK ROCK’s bassist – the collaborative timepiece features a sleek and simple palette imbued with elements that nod to both parties’ roots. Cherry blossom petal motifs are decorated across the dial, while a katana sword-like hand is featured on the 9 o’clock subdial as a weekday indicator.

Adorning the octagonal metal bezel are Roman numerals, with the one o’clock numeral replaced by a dot — perhaps another reference to the origin of ONE OK ROCK’s band name. This touch is further continued on the strap ring, which features an engraved “XIII” that echoes one of Ryota’s tattoos. The band’s newly designed logo also graces the watch’s caseback.

Launching in April, the ONE OK ROCK GM-2100TTTR-8AJR watch will be available through G-SHOCK as well as the band’s official webstore, retailing for￥44,000 JPY (approx. $296 USD). Pre-sale begins on March 21 for members of PRIMAL FOOTMARK only.