Watch lovers gather at the “I.I. Isuzu Main Store” in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture! ――Independent watchmaker Vianney Halter, who is said to be the crown jewel of the watch world today, will come to Japan as part of a world tour with Louis Erard CEO Manuel Emsch.
The unveiling event of the “Louis Erard × Vianney Halter World Tour Japan Model” will be held on Tuesday, September 23rd at the famous store “I’s Isuzu Main Store”, which represents the Japan.
On the day of the event, along with the unveiling of 25 “World Tour Japan Models” limited to Japan, which will be released in advance at the “I’Iisuz Main Store” celebrating its 45th anniversary, there will also be a chance for Vianey Halter and Manuel Emsch to interact directly with visitors.
Look at the rare timepieces, touch them, listen to their stories, and get them when your heart moves!
What is the independent watchmaker from France, Viannei Halter?
Born in 1963 and based in Switzerland, Viannei Halter is a natural machine enthusiast, but at the same time a lover of engineering dreams, a rebellious spirit and a free spirit, and a bold and imaginative design that shakes up the traditional world of watchmaking.
Left: Vianney Halter, Right: Louis Erard CEO Manuel Emsch
While his creations draw inspiration from astronomy, science fiction, and historical watches, his masterpieces such as Anticore and Deep Space Resonance defied expectations, blending vintage craftsmanship with futuristic concepts.
An independent watchmaker since 1984, he has always pushed boundaries and continues to create watches that are not just accessories, but works of art, embodying the essence of watchmaking where science and art intersect, while valuing creative freedom.
The World Tour limited edition model with only 25 pieces is filled with love in the details
The Japan limited edition model “Louis Erard × Vianney Halter World Tour Japan Model” is based on the “Regulator Louis Ehrard × Vianney Halter II”, and is a limited edition of 25 pieces each with different second hand colors for each country Japan Japan.
In addition, the caseback is engraved with the words “LONGUE VIE ET PROSPERITE” in his native French language, which is Vianey Halter’s wish for “longevity and prosperity”, and is engraved with the “1 of 25” indicating a limited quantity.
In addition, at the event at the “I’Isus Main Store” on Tuesday, September 23rd, the packaging will be autographed by Vianei Halter and Manuel Emshu.
Louis Erard “Regulator Louis Erard × Vianney Halter World Tour Japan Model” (Product number: LE85246JP01.BVA180) 1,155,000 yen *Limited to 25 pieces Japan
This Japan-limited edition model is a special limited edition that inherits the retro-futuristic worldview of Vianney Halter’s representative work “Anticore” while fusing it with Louis Erard’s craftsmanship, and features rhodium silver-colored second hands, blue-burned hour and minute hands, 12 gold-colored rivets on the bezel, and The 24 rivets on the crown make it a unique presence.
Manuel Emsch, CEO of Louis Erard, said: “Creating with Vianey is about deepening friendships and pushing boundaries. This watch is a true achievement, incorporating bold and delicate details such as steampunk elements and an off-center dial.
It has the essence of an independent and haute orlogerie, but is in a price range that can be used on a daily basis. I am sincerely looking forward to meeting our customers directly with Vianei at I.I.Isuzu, where we feel a particularly strong bond in Japan.”
Iai Isuzu main store
Vianey Halter & Manuel Emsch Special Event
Date and time: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 4 p.m. ~ 7 p.m.
Venue: I.I. Suzu main store
Kagawa Prefecture Takamatsu City Tahishita Town 1523-1
Inquiries about details of events in Japan
Iai Isuzu main store
087-864-5225
or visit the website
Louis Erard “Regulator Louis Erard × Vianney Halter World Tour Japan Model” (Collection Name: Noirmont X)
Regulator Automatic SW266-1 calibre, 31 jewels, frequency 28,800 VpH, approx. 38 hours power reserve, subtly decorated openwork rotor with black lacquered Louis Erard brand logo
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds – hours at 11 o’clock, minutes on the central regulator, seconds at 5 o’clock
【Case】Polished & Circular Satin Stainless Steel, 12 5N Gold Riveted Bezels, Ø43mm, Lug Width: 22mm, Thickness: 10.95mm, Domed Sapphire Crystal with Anti-Reflective Coating on Both Sides, See-Through Caseback, Water Resistant to 5 ATM, 24 Pcs Vianney Halter Signature Crown with 5N Gold Rivets, Caseback, Engraving of Louis Erard × Vianney Halter LONGUE VIE ET PROSPERITE, 1 of 25
Dial: rhodium-plated and circular satin-brushed, diamond-cut chamfered chapter and counter rings, 5N red gilt-plated base with longitudinal satin-brushed finish, black transfer, Louis Erard logo at 2 o’clock, Vianney Halter logo at 8 o’clock. Designed by Vianney Halter, dial reflecting artistic identity
Hands: Blue-burned steel hour and minute hands, Vianney Halter’s signature hands, rhodium-colored second hand
Strap: Grain calf leather with tone-on-tone stitching, polished stainless steel pin buckle, quick strap change system
[Inquiries]
Osawa Shokai
03-3527-2682
