MIKI is a beautifully understated timepiece crafted from Japanese Zelkova wood, a strong and durable hardwood traditionally valued in Japan for its use in architecture, including the construction of shrines and temples.
 
The Zelkova used for MIKI is specially sourced through Japan’s domestic timber market, where carefully selected wood is reserved for traditional architectural applications. Because of this specialized use and the limited availability of suitable material, high-quality Zelkova appropriate for crafting MIKI is particularly precious.
 
Zelkova is distinguished by its distinctive grain and naturally varied growth rings, each revealing subtle differences in the tree’s age and the environment in which it grew. No two pieces are exactly alike. The wood is carefully polished to bring out its natural character while maintaining the quiet, tactile quality of the material.