Citizen

1918 establishment of Japan's Shokosha Watch Research Institute, leading to the 1924 release of Japan's first pocket watch, named "Citizen" by Tokyo's Mayor, hoping it would be affordable for all citizens, with the company officially forming in 1930. Citizen grew by innovating Japanese watchmaking, moving from mechanicals like the 1931 wristwatch to quartz in the 1970s, and pioneering technologies like Eco-Drive (light-powered) and Super Titanium, becoming a global leader known for quality and innovation.