Independent Watch Day on August 29, 2026 with Formex · Circula · Straum · Nodus

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
JAPANESE MICROBRANDS
Ober-Ramstädter Str. 96 E, Building 1.E, 2nd floor
64367 Mühltal
- No registration required -

Dear watch enthusiasts,

four independent watch brands, their founders or brand managers, and many models that are rarely seen live in Germany: On Saturday, August 29, 2026, we cordially invite you to the Independent Watch Day in Mühltal.

Featuring:
Formex · Switzerland
Circula · Pforzheim
Straum · Norway
Nodus · USA

Formex and Circula are already a fixed part of our range. Straum from Norway and Nodus from Los Angeles will be joining us exclusively for this day in Mühltal. This gives you the rare opportunity to experience all four brands live and to talk directly with the people behind the brands.

The brands will bring their current collections, present exciting models, and be available all day for personal conversations, questions, and insights.

You can try on the watches at your leisure, compare them, discover details, and even take selected models directly with you if you like them.

Look forward to:

• exclusive models and novelties
• personal conversations with founders and brand managers
• watches to try on, compare, and discover
• selected models available directly on site
• a relaxed, familiar atmosphere among watch lovers

No registration required – just drop by.

Raffle: Atlantic Worldmaster Automatic Chronograph

A limited edition with lasting appeal: strictly limited to 88 pieces, equipped with the legendary ETA Valjoux 7750 and refined in polished stainless steel with yellow gold PVD. A Worldmaster with a warm aura and sovereign presence – value approx. 2,440 EUR (CHF 2,250.00).

On this day, we will raffle this model exclusively among all visitors to the Independent Watch Day. Participation is possible directly on site during the event, the draw will take place on August 30, 2026.

Terms and Conditions: Participation in the raffle for the Atlantic Worldmaster Automatic Chronograph is only possible in person on August 29, 2026, as part of the Independent Watch Day at JAPANESE MICROBRANDS. No prior registration or purchase is required. Persons aged 18 and over are eligible to participate. The draw will take place on August 30, 2026; the winner will be notified personally afterwards. The prize cannot be paid out in cash or transferred to other persons. The decision of the judges is final. Employees of JAPANESE MICROBRANDS and their relatives are excluded from participation.

About the brands

Formex
Modern Swiss watchmaking with a sporty claim, innovative case constructions, and high wearing comfort. Formex stands for technical solutions, strong materials, and distinctive watches that you absolutely have to try on live.

Circula
Mechanical watches from Pforzheim with strong value for money, clear design, and great attention to detail. Circula combines German watchmaking tradition with modern, everyday designs.

Straum
Straum from Norway is best known for its spectacular dials, inspired by the landscape, light, and structure of Scandinavia. These are watches you have to see live, because photos hardly do them justice.

Nodus
Nodus from Los Angeles builds robust, modern tool watches with an distinctive design and a strong connection to the international watch community. Particularly exciting for anyone who wants to discover sporty watches beyond the well-known big brands.

Whether you are interested in Formex, Circula, Straum or Nodus, want to discover new independent brands or simply fancy a special watch day: We look forward to your visit.

Kind regards
Your JAPANESE MICROBRANDS Team