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Bulgari\u2019s watchmaking operations are spread across Switzerland, from its headquarters in Neuch\u00e2tel to specialized workshops in Saignel\u00e9gier for dials and cases, and the renowned Le Sentier site for movements. The Le Sentier manufacture itself combines a beautifully preserved late-19th-century building with a modern facility, symbolising Bulgari\u2019s philosophy of blending tradition with contemporary innovation in haute horlogerie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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During his visit, Yamashita wore the new Octo Finissimo Skeleton Eight Days watch as he toured the workshops, pausing to capture moments with the watchmakers. He admired the intricate assembly of icons such as the Octo Finissimo Marble Tourbillon with its ultra-thin marble dial, while artisans introduced him to the maison\u2019s exceptional mastery of complications, including flying tourbillons, perpetual calendars, and minute repeaters. Together, these encounters revealed Bulgari\u2019s ambitious vision for the future of fine watchmaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Reflecting on the experience, Yamashita shared:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis was my first time stepping inside Bulgari\u2019s manufacture in Switzerland, and it was both serene and enriching. I gained a deeper appreciation for the complexity of mechanical watchmaking. Seeing the world\u2019s thinnest Octo Finissimo movement up close and hearing the melodious chime of the minute repeater was truly awe-inspiring. The seamless interplay of countless micro-gears and components is nothing short of art. What moved me most was realising that every timepiece is not only the fusion of tradition and innovation but also a vessel of passion and dedication from watchmakers and designers alike. This experience was profoundly inspiring\u2014I even felt that the meticulous craft of watchmaking shares similarities with my career in performance, where it also takes a dedicated team working in harmony to create true works of art.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Images courtesty of Bulgari <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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