Founded in 2018 and based in Nidoux, near Vienne, the center of the Swiss watch industry, NORQAIN is a completely independent family-run Swiss mechanical watch brand, and has welcomed Shinnosuke Oka, a Japan gymnast, as its official ambassador “Norqain” and will continue to take on challenges together.
Speaking of the latest topics of NORQAIN Norqain, the Japan-only model “Wild ONE Skeleton JP 42mm” (Wild One Skeleton JP 42mm), which was just released on October 30th.
Vice President Tobias Küffer also visited Japan to talk with Shinnosuke Oka, Tomoa Narasaki, and Takumi Kitaguchi on the theme of “Challenge”
To coincide with this launch, Tobias Küffer, Vice President of Norqain, visited Japan and held a new product announcement and new brand ambassador inauguration presentation “NORQAIN PEAKS” in Shibuya, Tokyo on the same day, including Shinnosuke Oka, sports climber Tomoa Narazaki, and Grand Central, a young entrepreneur selected for “Forbes JAPAN 30 UNDER 30 2025” Takumi Kitaguchi CEO and Norcane Japan CEO & Founder Kenji Hama took the stage and discussed the theme of “Challenge”.
Oka: “Next is to achieve 4 crowns”
With the results of last year’s Paris Olympics, it was a tournament where I was able to take on a big challenge in my own way, even though I felt pressure. (The result) was very frustrating, but I hope this experience will be a source of nourishment for next year.
There is a big stage called the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028, so I want to be able to achieve four crowns next time, just like I won three times at the last Olympics.
First of all, I hope that I can connect the frustration of this World Championship to revenge at next year’s World Championships (Oka).
Narasaki: “Aiming to win the LA Olympics”
It was a season when I also had a world championship, and I was aiming for the championship, but the result did not reach the result I was aiming for in 4th place.
In the current climbing world, the number of athletes is growing, and the athletes in their teens and early 20s are quite strong, and I think it was a good season because I can still fight and find points where I can improve.
My goal is to win the Los Angeles Olympics in the future, so I want to spend every year and grow a lot.
―――Check out the Japan-limited model “Wild ONE Skeleton JP 42mm” released by NORQAIN who runs with such challengers “Norqain” here.
Japan-limited “Wild ONE Skeleton JP 42mm”
“A special model that embodies the brand’s adventurous spirit and innovation”, the Wild ONE Skeleton JP 42MM is a “unique Japan model” specially designed for the Japan market.
The anthracite gray shock absorbers and jet-black NORTEQ case exude a commanding presence, while the vibrant turquoise on the tips of the hands and the inner dial add a touch of sophistication.
Harmony for a wide range of scenes, from sports, business, and formal
The Anthracite Grey × Black × Turquoise coloring expresses a unique aesthetic that combines strength and elegance.
It harmonizes with a wide range of scenes, from sports to business and even formal, and has a design that is very easy to apply.
Special value for Japan collectors and enthusiasts
In addition, it boasts 5000G shock resistance and 200M water resistance, combining toughness to meet extreme challenges with elegance worthy of a luxury watch.
By combining functionality as a sports watch with sophisticated style, this pair can be worn with confidence from everyday to special occasions.
The special edition, which will be available only in Japan, should bring special value to collectors and enthusiasts in Japan as well.
The movement of the unique rotor through the sapphire crystal
The Norcane Wild ONE Skeleton JP 42mm The Wild ONE Skeleton JP 42MM is a one-of-a-kind timepiece dedicated to those who enjoy challenges and color their lives with their own aesthetics, as a special being born for Japan.
From the skeleton dial, you can enjoy the exquisite movement of the automatic movement “Norcane Calibre N08S”.
The innovative design based on architectural structural theory achieves overwhelming rigidity and durability by supporting each support point with multiple arms.
This chronometer-certified precision calibre has a power reserve of 41 hours, and you can experience the essence of a mechanical watch by watching the movement of its unique rotor through the sapphire crystal.
As a being with a unique value in the world
In addition, the NORTEQ “Norcane Plate” mounted on the side of the case can be personalized by engraving.
He is close to the owner as a being with a unique value in the world.
“The Wild One Skeleton JP 42MM, which combines power and elegance, is a special timepiece for those who enjoy challenges and color their lives with their own aesthetics” (Norcane Japan)
Embodying Swiss watchmaking and commitment to cutting-edge technology – Norcane
Founded in 2018, Norcane is a completely independent, family-run Swiss watch brand based in Nidoux, near Vienne, the center of the Swiss watch industry.
With Jean=Claude Biver as an advisor and a board of directors made up of industry experts and top athletes, the company is driven by innovation, independence and passion.
All three collections, Independence, Adventure and Freedom, are powered by mechanical automatic movements.
Following the two Manufacture calibers jointly developed with Kenissi, the Flyback Chronograph Calibre was introduced in collaboration with the Manufacture AMT, embodying Swiss watchmaking and its commitment to cutting-edge technology.
He is also an official timekeeper for the BMW Berlin Marathon (one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors), the world’s premier marathon series, the Spengler Cup Davos, a traditional ice hockey tournament, and the official watch licensing partner of the Swiss Football Association.
In his latest initiative, he also serves as the official timekeeper for the world’s largest charity football event, Soccer Aid for UNICEF, helping to support families facing difficulties.
Norcane is expanding around the world, mainly in Europe, the United States, Japan, and Asia, and has sales offices such as Buchera and Vempe in Germany, Watches of Switzerland in the United Kingdom, Ben Bridge, Westtime, Leeds in the United States, Rollo in Canada, Sediki in Dubai, Ethos Watch in India, and more than 40 sales offices in Japan. It is handled by global retail partners.
In addition, it has boutiques in Zermatt, Singapore and Zurich, and continues to expand its presence.
As an opportunity to embody our unwavering belief in Swiss watchmaking and innovation, we will return to “Watches & Wonders Geneva” in 2026.
