Swiss-Japanese Relations in the Watch Business since 1864
Date
Thursday, September 24, 2026 18:15 - 19:30
Location
- University of Zurich
Rämistrasse 71, KOL-G-217
8001 Zurich
Switzerland
Speaker
- Professor Pierre-Yves Donzé Professor of Business History from Osaka University Graduate School of Economics
Organisation
- Swiss-Japanese Society
Event organised by the Swiss-Japanese Society.
Presentation by Professor Pierre-Yves Donzé (Professor of Business History from Osaka University Graduate School of Economics) as he traces the history of Swiss-Japanese Relations in the Watch Business, dating back to 1864.
The connection between Switzerland and Japan is more than just a trade route—it is a storied history of craftsmanship, competition, and cultural exchange. What started as early exchanges has evolved into one of the most significant relationships in the luxury industry. Join the SJS to discover the historical forces that shaped the watches we wear today.
