The 2009 Hello Kitty collector edition Swarovski wristwatch has arrived in Japan. The crystal encrusted watch, available in white or pink, has been designed in Italy by Vabene and manufactured in Japan by Citizen.

Citizen’s quality is high and the Swarovski crystals shine. Cheaper than the $3000 Neiman Marcus diamond-crusted Hello Kitty watch, still very well done, and makes a great present… to yourself.

Specifications: water resistant, 4.2cm (1.68 inch) diameter.

The Hello Kitty 2009 Limited Swarovski Watch is available from Gizmine for $580.

(Via Wrist Dreams)

ITX21-5014, that is the name of this brand new stylish model in the Citizen Independent watch collection, soon to be available from the famous Japanese watch importer Tokyoflash.

Truly works of art and a deep respect. Produced by Citizen, who are typically known for very conventional designs. Great details all over the watch including checkered etched solid stainless strap. Beautifully designed buttons, edge to edge glass with no rim (full face), lightly smoked glass, INDEPENDENT etched into the side of the watch, to just name a few points.

The background dial of the watch features an LCD display which can be turned on or off. When on the LCD modes include alarm, calendar, chronograph, timer and time. There is also a EL backlight for night time activated by the yellow button.

The price for the Citizen ITX21-5014 will be ¥22,900 (about $223 USD).