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Kurono Tokyo

Toki "Tora" (Tiger-Stripe Dial)

Ref. Toki Tora
2022–2022 · 37mm · caliber NH35A base (Seiko/TMI): automatic, 21,600bph, 41h PR, 24j; Asaoka-regulated
Uncommon

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Entry-tier movement · caliber NH35A base (Seiko/TMI): automatic, 21,600bph, 41h PR, 24j; Asaoka-regulated · 41h power reserve
Versatile size: fits most wrists (6–7.5 in / 15–19 cm)
37 mm case. The sweet spot for the broadest range of wrist sizes. Neither too dainty nor too bold.

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Authentication

Toki Tora tiger-stripe dial is a collector-edition variant; verify dial authenticity against Kurono reference images.

Known issues in the market
  • High collector demand for limited editions creates incentive for misrepresentation.
AreaWhat to checkWhat is correctRed flag
dialTiger-stripe pattern accuracyPattern matches Kurono reference images exactly; colors are accurate to the production specificationPattern that differs from official Kurono reference images, any evidence of dial replacement or overlay
casebackTora variant designationCaseback identifies Tora variant, serial corresponds to Tora productionGeneric Toki caseback, serial that cannot be confirmed as Tora production
caseCase condition matches seller claimWear consistent with stated ownership historyCase wear inconsistent with seller's condition claim; evidence of polishing on a supposedly unworn piece
Common legitimate replacements
  • Straps commonly replaced.
Expert resources: Kurono Tokyo serial verification. Cross-reference dial photos against Kurono official release images.

Authentication guide

Last reviewed June 2026

The "Tora" dial features a tiger-stripe lacquer pattern. Same case and movement as standard Toki. The pattern fidelity and lacquer depth are the primary checks.

Known reproduction risks

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LOW

Non-original dial swap or printed pattern

  • Pattern lacks lacquer depth and texture
  • Stripe edges too clean and sharp for hand-applied lacquer
  • Serial registry mismatch

Dial variants by era

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EraDescriptionIdentifiers
Tora releaseTiger-stripe lacquer pattern over the Toki dial architecture.
  • Stripe pattern applied in lacquer, visible as raised texture under raking light
  • Warm amber/orange base with dark stripe overlay
  • Pattern is asymmetric and hand-done; perfect symmetry is a tell

Service part flags

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Dial

Original: Hand-lacquered tiger-stripe pattern on the Toki dial form.

Replacement tells
  • Printed or screen-printed pattern rather than lacquered
  • Pattern perfectly symmetric
  • Flat surface without the raised texture of applied lacquer

Case back markings

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All releases
  • "KURONO TOKYO" engraved
  • Serial number verifiable in the online registry

Movement tells

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  • Same modified NH35 base as all Toki variants; checks are identical.
Sources: Kurono Tokyo official registry.

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