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Every year at this time, social media gets a little wild. Instagram Stories fill up with music stats, group chats are full of people defending questionable listening habits, and everyone pretends to be surprised to have played the same song over 1,000 times. Whether you love it or not, Spotify Wrapped season is here again.

Spotify just released Spotify Wrapped 2025, giving everyone a detailed look at the songs, artists, albums, podcasts, and genres they listened to most this year. Wrapped is now more than a year-end summary. It has become an online event where people either show off their musical tastes or get called out for them.

This year, Wrapped offers more detailed listening insights, longer story-style recaps, and new AI features to make it feel even more personal. As usual, the streaming rankings are already sparking debates online, with fans comparing stats, cheering for their favourite artists, and wondering how some songs became so popular in 2025.

From top artists in the United States and worldwide to the most-streamed songs and Spotify’s latest features, here’s everything you need to know about Spotify Wrapped 2025.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 | Image: Supplied/Spotify

Spotify Wrapped 2025’s Biggest New Features

This year, Spotify has done more than just show users their top songs and artists. Wrapped 2025 feels more detailed, more personal, and honestly, a bit too aware of people’s listening habits. Along with the usual yearly stats, Spotify has added new community features, more detailed listening summaries, social tools, and AI-powered recaps that keep users exploring their music history much longer than they expected.

And one thing is for sure, Spotify knows exactly why Wrapped became such a massive online phenomenon. People love comparing stats, defending their playlists, and pretending they’re not embarrassed by the random song they accidentally streamed 500 times this year, which is why Wrapped 2025 follows that same energy.

Clubs: One of the most interesting new features this year, Spotify Wrapped 2025 now sorts listeners into six groups based on the mood and overall feel of the music they listened to most. Spotify analyzes songs using mood descriptions before placing users in the Club that best fits their listening style and personality.

Here are the six Spotify Wrapped Clubs:

  • Cloud State Society
  • Grit Collective
  • Club Serotonin
  • Full Charge Crew
  • Cosmic Stereo Club
  • Soft Hearts Club

Each Club is also paired with a listener role based on your habits throughout the year. Spotify assigns titles such as Leader, Curator, Scout, Archivist, Collector, and Loyalist, depending on how you discover music, build playlists, replay artists, or explore new genres. In other words, Spotify Wrapped 2025 now feels less like a simple music recap and more like a full personality assessment built entirely around your playlists.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 | Image: Supplied/Spotify

What Else Is New in Spotify Wrapped 2025?

Beyond the new Clubs system, Spotify Wrapped 2025 also expands the overall experience with more detailed listening reports, more social features, and even more ways for users to focus on their streaming habits. Some additions are genuinely fun, others feel a bit unnecessary, but together they make this year’s Wrapped feel much bigger than a simple “top songs” recap.

Spotify also seems much more focused on making Wrapped a shared experience instead of something users quietly scroll through alone. Between global rankings, AI-created summaries, interactive recaps, and friend-based features, Wrapped 2025 feels designed to keep people comparing stats and posting screenshots across social media for the rest of the month.

  • Listening Age: A new feature that compares the music eras you listen to most with others in your age group. Depending on your playlists, this might prove your music taste is top-notch—or show that you’ve been stuck listening to early 2000s emo music for the last six months.
  • Fan Leaderboard: Fans who spent the whole year replaying one artist can now see how they rank worldwide among other listeners. Listening to music competitively is officially a thing now.
  • Top Albums: For the first time, Spotify Wrapped focuses more on albums than on individual songs, highlighting the records users kept coming back to in 2025.
  • Listening Archive: Using AI, this feature creates mini “music time capsules” from memorable listening days and patterns over the year. Yes, Spotify now remembers your emotional breakdown playlists too.
  • Authors Clips & Podcaster Clips: Writers and podcast hosts can now appear directly inside users’ Wrapped recaps through short personalized thank-you videos and messages.
  • Wrapped Party: A new social feature that lets users compare their Wrapped stats and relive their music year together with friends right inside the app.
  • Expanded AI Recaps: Spotify’s AI summaries now offer more detailed insights into listening habits, mood changes, music “eras,” and streaming patterns throughout the year.
  • Classic Wrapped Features Return: Top Artists, Top Songs, Top Genres, yearly listening minutes, the Top Song Quiz, and the personalized Top Songs 2025 playlist all return, now with better play count tracking.

Of course, even with all the new features, the classic Wrapped stats are still the reason most people open the app right away every year. No one is rushing to check their “Listening Age” first. They want to see their top artist, most-played song, and exactly how many hours they spent listening to music instead of doing something productive.

Based on social media, Spotify Wrapped 2025 has once again turned into a major internet event rather than just a yearly recap. Some users are proudly sharing their stats everywhere, while others are definitely trying to hide certain playlists private from friends.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Global Top Lists | Image: Supplied/Spotify

2025 Wrapped Global Top Lists

Alongside everyone posting their own listening stats online, Spotify has also revealed the artists that dominated streaming worldwide throughout 2025. This year’s global rankings once again show just how massive pop, hip-hop, Latin music, and international artists have become across the platform, with several familiar names returning near the top of the charts.

  1. Bad Bunny
  2. Taylor Swift
  3. The Weeknd
  4. Drake
  5. Billie Eilish
  6. Kendrick Lamar
  7. Bruno Mars
  8. Ariana Grande
  9. Arijit Singh
  10. Fuerza Regida

Bad Bunny reclaimed the top spot globally after another massive year of streaming dominance, while Taylor Swift continued proving she remains one of the most-streamed artists on the planet. Meanwhile, Kendrick Lamar’s return to the upper rankings, alongside strong years from Bruno Mars and Ariana Grande, helped shape one of Spotify’s most globally diverse Wrapped lists in recent years.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Songs Globally | Image: Supplied/Spotify

Top Songs Globally

In 2025, the songs people kept playing again and again included emotional pop hits, popular collaborations, K-pop mixes, and late-night breakup songs. From big stadium songs to slower emotional tunes that went viral on TikTok and playlists everywhere, this year’s most-streamed songs matched almost every feeling.

  1. “Die With A Smile” by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars
  2. “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” by Billie Eilish
  3. “APT.” by ROSÉ and Bruno Mars
  4. “Ordinary” by Alex Warren
  5. “DtMF” by Bad Bunny
  6. “back to friends” by sombr
  7. “Golden” by HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMI, KPop Demon Hunters Cast
  8. “Luther (with sza)” by Kendrick Lamar and SZA
  9. “That’s So True” by Gracie Abrams 
  10. “Wildflower” by Billie Eilish

From Billie Eilish landing multiple entries in the top ten to Bruno Mars appearing all over the global rankings, Spotify Wrapped 2025 showed just how dominant emotional pop collaborations and viral crossover hits became this year. And honestly, if “Die With A Smile” wasn’t stuck somewhere in your playlist during 2025, you were probably in the minority.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Albums Globally | Image: Supplied/Spotify

Top Albums Globally

  1. DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS by Bad Bunny
  2. KPop Demon Hunters (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) by KPop Demon Hunters Cast, HUNTR/X, Saja Boys
  3. HIT ME HARD AND SOFT by Billie Eilish
  4. SOS Deluxe: LANA by SZA
  5. Short n’ Sweet by Sabrina Carpenter
  6. MAYHEM by Lady Gaga
  7. You’ll Be Alright, Kid by Alex Warren
  8. I’m The Problem by Morgan Wallen
  9. GNX by Kendrick Lamar
  10. Un Verano Sin Ti by Bad Bunny

Bad Bunny completely led the global album charts this year, with two albums in the top ten. Billie Eilish, SZA, and Sabrina Carpenter showed how emotionally focused pop music is becoming more popular in 2025. At the same time, the unexpected success of the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack showed that online fan groups can quickly make almost anything a streaming hit overnight.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Podcasts Globally | Image: Supplied/Spotify

Top Podcasts Globally

Podcasts continued to attract huge audiences throughout 2025, with millions of listeners spending hours each week switching between business tips, comedy, self-help, true crime, long-form interviews, and internet drama. According to Spotify’s global rankings this year, people still enjoy podcasts that feel like natural conversations, are honest, and easy to listen to during long trips, exercise, or late-night phone use.

  1. The Joe Rogan Experience
  2. The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
  3. The Mel Robbins Podcast
  4. Call Her Daddy
  5. This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von
  6. Huberman Lab
  7. Crime Junkie
  8. Modern Wisdom
  9. On Purpose with Jay Shetty
  10. The Tucker Carlson Show

The Joe Rogan Experience stayed at number one worldwide, keeping its huge audience across entertainment, sports, comedy, politics, and internet culture. At the same time, podcasts about self-help and long-form talks—like The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett, Huberman Lab, and Modern Wisdom—kept growing in 2025 as listeners became more interested in health, productivity, and lifestyle topics.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Audiobooks In Premium Globally | Image: Supplied/Spotify

Top Audiobooks In Premium Globally

  1. Fourth Wing — by Rebecca Yarros
  2. Lights Out — by Navessa Allen
  3. Iron Flame — by Rebecca Yarros
  4. A Court of Thorns and Roses — by Sarah J. Maas
  5. A Court of Mist and Fury — by Sarah J. Maas
  6. The House of My Mother — by Shari Franke
  7. The Wedding People — by Alison Espach
  8. A Court of Wings and Ruin — by Sarah J. Maas
  9. Quicksilver — by Callie Hart
  10. Great Big Beautiful Life — by Emily Henry

Fantasy romance totally led Spotify’s audiobook charts this year, with Rebecca Yarros and Sarah J. Maas taking many spots in the top ten. At the same time, emotional romance stories and popular online recommendations kept audiobooks in high demand in 2025, especially among younger listeners who found books through social media and streaming services.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 U.S. Top Lists | Image: Supplied/Spotify

Spotify Wrapped 2025 U.S. Top Lists

While Spotify’s global rankings showed how much international artists dominated in 2025, the U.S. charts focused mostly on pop, hip-hop, country, and emotional late-night playlists. From top superstars to artists with very loyal fans, this year’s U.S. rankings included names that spent most of the year leading streaming platforms.

  1. Taylor Swift
  2. Drake
  3. Morgan Wallen
  4. Kendrick Lamar
  5. Bad Bunny
  6. The Weeknd
  7. SZA
  8. Zach Bryan
  9. Tyler, The Creator
  10. Kanye West

Taylor Swift again topped the U.S. rankings after another huge year of streaming success, while artists like Kendrick Lamar, SZA, and Tyler, The Creator showed how important hip-hop and alternative R&B stayed in 2025. At the same time, Morgan Wallen and Zach Bryan helped country music keep its strong streaming growth across the U.S.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Songs in the U.S. | Image: Supplied/Spotify

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Songs in the U.S.

  1. “luther (with sza)” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
  2. “Die With A Smile” — Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars
  3. “Ordinary” — Alex Warren
  4. “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” — Billie Eilish
  5. “tv off (feat. lefty gunplay)” — Kendrick Lamar & Lefty Gunplay
  6. “Golden” — HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMI & KPop Demon Hunters Cast
  7. “back to friends” — sombr
  8. “Pink Pony Club” — Chappell Roan
  9. “Timeless (feat. Playboi Carti)” — The Weeknd & Playboi Carti
  10. “No One Noticed” — The Marías

Kendrick Lamar had an enormous year across the U.S. charts with multiple songs landing inside Spotify’s top rankings, while Billie Eilish, Bruno Mars, and Lady Gaga continued dominating playlists throughout the year. Meanwhile, artists like Chappell Roan and The Marías proved that slower-burning viral tracks could still become some of the biggest streaming songs in the country.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Albums in the U.S. | Image: Supplied/Spotify

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Albums in the U.S.

  1. I’m The Problem — Morgan Wallen
  2. SOS Deluxe: LANA — SZA
  3. DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS — Bad Bunny
  4. KPop Demon Hunters (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) — KPop Demon Hunters Cast, HUNTR/X & Saja Boys
  5. GNX — Kendrick Lamar
  6. Short n’ Sweet — Sabrina Carpenter
  7. So Close To What — Tate McRae
  8. The Life of a Showgirl — Taylor Swift
  9. One Thing At A Time — Morgan Wallen
  10. HIT ME HARD AND SOFT — Billie Eilish

Morgan Wallen had another massive year across the United States, with two albums landing in the top ten, while SZA, Kendrick Lamar, and Billie Eilish continued to pull huge streaming numbers throughout 2025. Meanwhile, soundtrack albums and internet-driven fandoms also played a major role this year, especially with the unexpected rise of the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Podcasts in the U.S. | Image: Supplied/Spotify

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Podcasts in the U.S.

Podcast listening remained very popular in the United States throughout 2025. People spent hours enjoying comedy, self-help, true crime, politics, health talks, and long interviews. Whether during workouts, road trips, or late-night scrolling, podcasts became an even bigger part of daily life.

Spotify’s U.S. rankings show that listeners still enjoy podcasts with raw, unfiltered conversations that are easy to binge for hours.

  1. The Joe Rogan Experience
  2. This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von
  3. The Mel Robbins Podcast
  4. Call Her Daddy
  5. Crime Junkie
  6. The Shawn Ryan Show
  7. The Tucker Carlson Show
  8. The Daily
  9. Huberman Lab
  10. Good Hang with Amy Poehler

The Joe Rogan Experience kept its number-one spot in the United States, staying popular across entertainment, sports, comedy, and internet culture. At the same time, shows like Huberman Lab and The Mel Robbins Podcast proved that people are still very interested in wellness, mental health, productivity, and self-improvement.

Comedy and personality-driven podcasts also stayed at the top of listeners’ playlists this year. Shows like This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von, Call Her Daddy, and Good Hang with Amy Poehler show that people still love podcasts that feel more like fun, real conversations than polished productions.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Audiobooks in Premium in the U.S | Image: Supplied/Spotify

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Top Audiobooks in Premium in the U.S.

Audiobooks continued to grow in popularity across the United States in 2025, especially among people who enjoy fantasy worlds, emotional romance stories, and popular BookTok picks. Many now listen to audiobooks just like podcasts or playlists—something always playing during commutes, workouts, flights, or late-night scrolling.

  1. Fourth Wing — Rebecca Yarros
  2. Iron Flame — Rebecca Yarros
  3. Lights Out — Navessa Allen
  4. A Court of Thorns and Roses — Sarah J. Maas
  5. The Fellowship of the Ring — J.R.R. Tolkien
  6. Great Big Beautiful Life — Emily Henry
  7. The Wedding People — Alison Espach
  8. A Court of Mist and Fury — Sarah J. Maas
  9. The House of My Mother — Shari Franke
  10. Quicksilver — Callie Hart

Rebecca Yarros had a huge year with both Fourth Wing and Iron Flame reaching the top of Spotify’s audiobook charts, while Sarah J. Maas showed her fantasy world still keeps listeners fully engaged. Meanwhile, romance novels, emotional stories, and online recommendations continued to lead the audiobook charts all year.

The Fellowship of the Ring quietly reminds us that no matter how many new fantasy worlds come online, people will always come back to Middle-earth in the end.

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Grand Seiko Presents a New Calibre at Watches and Wonders 2025

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As Watches and Wonders 2025 rolls around, the watchmaking world is bracing for what is sure to be a showstopper from Grand Seiko. Known for its flawless blend of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and state-of-the-art technology, Grand Seiko is set to unveil something special. This year, they are releasing a brand-new calibre that is bound to excite collectors and watch enthusiasts. And if you have ever seen a Grand Seiko in person, you know that when they make a move, it is not just a step—it is a leap.

With this exciting new release, Grand Seiko reinforces its commitment to precision, beauty, and innovation. It’s safe to say this calibre will raise the bar once again. So, whether you’re a seasoned collector or someone just entering the world of luxury timepieces, all eyes should be on Grand Seiko as they redefine what’s possible in horology.

Grand Seiko Calibre 9RB2 | Image: Grand Seiko

Grand Seiko Calibre 9RB2

  • Brand: Grand Seiko
  • Model: Calibre 9RB2
  • Diameter: 30 mm
  • Thickness: 5.02 mm
  • Winding Mechanism: Automatic With Manual Winding
  • Accuracy: ±20 Seconds Per Year (±3 Second Per Month)
  • Number Of Jewels: 34 Jewels
  • Power Reserve: 72 Hours

The Calibre 9RB2 was unveiled at Watches & Wonders 2025, and let’s just say—it’s a total game-changer. With an accuracy of ±20 seconds per year, this new movement elevates precision to the next level, thanks to significant advancements in Japanese quartz processing and a smart integrated circuit that keeps everything stable, even when the temperature changes.

It’s part of Grand Seiko’s Evolution 9 Collection, and you can find it in two stunning models: the SLGB001 in Platinum 950 and the SLGB003 in High-Intensity Titanium. Both feature a dial with a cool “Ice Forest” texture, inspired by the peaceful Kirigamine Highlands in Japan.

With a 72-hour power reserve, a regulation switch for accuracy adjustments, and a sleek design, the 9RB2 demonstrates once again why Grand Seiko, renowned for its Japanese craftsmanship, is a leader in the world of luxury timepieces.

Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Collection Ice Forest – 65th Anniversary Limited Edition | Image: Grand Seiko

Ice Forest – 65th Anniversary Limited Edition

  • Brand: Grand Seiko
  • Model: Evolution 9 Ice Forest – 65th Anniversary Limited Edition
  • Reference: SLGB001
  • Diameter: 37 mm
  • Thickness: 11.4 mm
  • Material: Platinum
  • Dial Colour: Ice Forest
  • Calibre:  Calibre 9RB2
  • Power Reserve: 72 Hours
  • Water Resistance: 10 Bar (100 metres, 330 feet)
  • Price: USD $39,000 (Limited Edition – 80 Pieces)

The SLGB001 is the first watch to feature the new Spring Drive Caliber 9RB2, introduced in Grand Seiko’s Evolution 9 Collection. This innovative movement offers an accuracy of ±20 seconds per year, setting a new benchmark for precision in mainspring-driven watches. The watch has a 37mm Platinum 950 case, combining elegance with durability. Its dial, inspired by the frost-covered trees of Japan’s Kirigamine Highlands, showcases a unique “Ice Forest” texture.

Crafted from Platinum 950, the SLGB001 case is both luxurious and durable. The Zaratsu-polished surfaces and mirror-finished bevels reflect light beautifully, showcasing Grand Seiko’s attention to detail. The blue crocodile leather strap, combined with a Platinum 950 clasp partly made of 18k white gold, guarantees both comfort and style. With a water resistance of 100 meters and magnetic resistance of 4,800 A/m, it is designed for everyday wear.

The SLGB001 is scheduled to launch in June 2025, and with only 80 pieces available worldwide, it’s a rare collector’s item. Each piece is individually numbered, making it an exclusive timepiece. This watch truly represents Grand Seiko’s dedication to both precision and artistry.

Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Collection SLGB003G | Image: Grand Seiko

Grand Seiko – Ice Forest

  • Brand: Grand Seiko
  • Model: Evolution 9 Ice Forest – 65th Anniversary Limited Edition
  • Reference: SLGB003
  • Diameter: 37 mm
  • Thickness: 11.4 mm
  • Material: High-Intensity Titanium
  • Dial Colour: silver-tinged blue hue
  • Calibre:  Calibre 9RB2
  • Power Reserve: 72 Hours
  • Water Resistance: 10 Bar (100 metres, 330 feet)
  • Price: USD $10,900

Much like the Limited Edition above, the SLGB003 pays homage to the stunning Ice Forests of the Kirigamine Highlands in Japan’s Shinshu region. While the SLGB001’s dial features a more intense blue, the SLGB003 opts for a subtler approach with delicate pale blue accents that capture the essence of the frosty landscape. The dial’s silver-tinged blue hue perfectly mirrors the serene, frosty atmosphere of the Kirigamine Highlands, where the winter air gives the trees their beautiful icy coating.

The SLGB003 replaces the leather strap of the SLGB001 with a high-intensity titanium bracelet that combines durability with lightweight comfort. It also features a new three-step micro-adjustment clasp that doesn’t require tools, allowing for 2mm adjustments to ensure a perfect fit and ultimate comfort throughout the day.

This is also scheduled for release in June 2025 and will be available at Grand Seiko Boutiques and select retailers worldwide. With a price tag of $10,900, it combines the precision of the Spring Drive Calibre 9RB2 with a refined design, making it a standout addition to any collection.

Grand Seiko Heritage Collection Purple Kiri | Image: Grand Seiko

Heritage Collection – Purple Kiri

  • Brand: Grand Seiko
  • Model: Heritage Collection
  • Reference: SBGW323
  • Diameter: 36.5 mm
  • Thickness: 11.6 mm
  • Material: Stainless Steel
  • Dial Colour: Purple Kiri
  • Calibre:  Calibre 9S64
  • Power Reserve: 72 Hours
  • Water Resistance: 10 Bar (100 metres, 330 feet)
  • Price: USD $5,600

A stunning addition to the Heritage Collection, this timepiece celebrates elegance and nature. The soft lilac dial, inspired by the kiri (paulownia) flower—known as the “empress tree” and “princess tree”—captures the delicate beauty of this feminine bloom, which also serves as Iwate Prefecture’s symbol. Boasting a pressed pattern that represents Mt. Iwate as seen from Shizukuishi, it is a graceful nod to the region’s natural beauty.

Powered by the manual-winding Caliber 9S64, which features a 72-hour power reserve, this watch delivers precision and reliability. The 36.5mm stainless steel case, along with the comfortable bracelet, ensures both style and practicality.

Grand Seiko Tentagraph Snow Blue | Image: Grand Seiko

Tentagraph Snow Blue

  • Brand: Grand Seiko
  • Model: Evolution 9 Tentagraph Snow Blue
  • Reference: SLGC007
  • Diameter: 43.2 mm
  • Thickness: 15.3 mm
  • Material: High-Intensity Titanium
  • Dial Colour: Snow Blue
  • Calibre:  Calibre 9SC5
  • Power Reserve: 72 Hours
  • Water Resistance: 10 Bar (100 metres, 330 feet)
  • Price: USD $14,100

Set to launch alongside the Purple Kiri model in May 2025, the Evolution 9 Tentagraph SLGC007 is a stunning example of Grand Seiko’s dedication to precision and artistry. Inspired by the snowy landscape of Mt. Iwate during winter, this mechanical chronograph combines the beauty of deep snow with rugged mountain ridges. The dial showcases a striking dual-layered ‘Snow Blue’ hue, featuring an embossed pattern that mirrors the ridge lines of the mountain, providing breathtaking visual depth.

The connection between the watch and Iwate Prefecture is strong, as it is home to Grand Seiko’s GS Studio Shizukuishi, nestled within a tranquil forest. While the harsh winter conditions showcase the region’s tough exterior, the watch’s design conveys a deeper meaning. It serves as a reminder of the spirit of Mt. Iwate, which, despite its challenging nature, teaches that “Even if life is rough, we should live with determination.”

Grand Seiko Tokyo Lion Tentagraph | Image: Grand Seiko

Tokyo Lion Tentagraph

  • Brand: Grand Seiko
  • Model: Tokyo Lion Tentagraph
  • Reference: SLGC009
  • Diameter: 43 mm
  • Thickness: 15.6 mm
  • Material: Brilliant Hard Titanium
  • Dial Colour: Snow Blue
  • Calibre:  Calibre 9SC5
  • Power Reserve: 72 Hours
  • Water Resistance: 20 Bar (200 metres, 660 feet)
  • Price: USD $16,400

The last of Grand Seiko’s collection at Watches & Wonders 2025 is the Tokyo Lion Tentagraph SLGC009, a bold and adventurous timepiece designed to “invite its owner on an adventurous journey.” This model features the Tentagraph Calibre 9SC5, a high-beat mechanical chronograph movement operating at 36,000 vibrations per hour with a 72-hour power reserve. It also incorporates a vertical clutch and column wheel for precise chronograph operation.

This is the first in the Sport Collection to feature Grand Seiko’s Brilliant Hard Titanium, enhancing both durability and aesthetic appeal. The case design, inspired by a lion’s paw, showcases bold, angular lines and Zaratsu-polished surfaces that reflect the brand’s careful craftsmanship.

One of the most striking features is its new dial pattern, developed around the motif of a sprinting lion with its mane trailing behind. This dynamic design adds to the piece’s adventurous spirit. The dial also features three-dimensional sub-dials at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock, designed to maximize legibility while adding depth to the overall appearance.

The chronograph pushers have been redesigned for a satisfying tactile experience, resulting in smoother and more precise operation. Additionally, the watch offers 200 meters of water resistance and magnetic resistance up to 4,800 A/m, making it as durable as it is stylish.

Set to launch in August 2025, the SLGC009 is an exceptional combination of ruggedness and refined design. Whether you’re diving into an adventure or simply appreciating its craftsmanship, this timepiece is ready for whatever comes your way.

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