I like watches and storage cases that have a handcrafted feel to them.
"Since I love my watch, I want to enjoy it to the fullest even after I take it off my wrist," says Kobayashi Arata, who has pursued a watch storage case that is to his liking.
When he acquired a Patek Philippe Calatrava, which was one of his goals in life, he bought a box from IFUJI, a brand created by woodworker Masashi Ito, to store it in.
"There's no way that a bento box, which has the feel of artisanal handiwork, and a mechanical watch wouldn't go together. When I add the tradition of my roots, the Calatrava, which is one of the many in the world, starts to look like a tool that is unique to me. This is also an example of my desire to be different from everyone else," he says, showing great attention to storage cases.
The watches she wears more frequently are displayed on a Hakone marquetry tray in the living room. She changes the lineup with the seasons and displays them in the room alongside matching accessories.
"This is also a place where personality really comes out," he says, revealing that in his 30s he kept a watch that symbolised more authority. Now, he says, things have changed, with people wearing things like a 1970s square Audemars Piguet watch, "more casually, like jewelry. I guess that's a sign of adult sophistication, too (laughs)."
Although only one bottle can be taken out with him every day, the rest are displayed in a corner of his room, and with each passing moment, his relationship with Kobayashi is growing stronger.
This Patek Philippe Calatrava features a D-buckle at the end of the strap. The case can fit one watch, and the bottom is lined with leather for cushioning. 
The classic Calatrava and the unique Audemars Piguet bracelet watch will add variety to your outfit.
