Pre-owned Grand Seiko Heritage Collection ref SBGW313 (2024) is a beautiful tribute to one of Japan’s most cherished springtime traditions. This US exclusive draws inspiration from hanami, the annual celebration of cherry blossoms in bloom. In Iwate Prefecture, where Grand Seiko’s mechanical watches are made, the blossoms arrive later in the season, creating the breathtaking sight of delicate pink sakura set against the snow-capped peak of Mt. Iwate. That fleeting moment is captured in the watch’s stunning dial. The softly textured pink dial is unmistakably Grand Seiko. Rather than relying on a simple sunburst finish, it uses subtle texture and shifting tones to evoke natural beauty. Housed within the iconic 44GS case, the SBGW313 celebrates one of the most important designs in Grand Seiko history. First introduced in 1967, the 44GS established the design principles that continue to define the brand today. Inside beats the manually wound caliber 9S64, assembled by hand at Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi.