Hublot MP-15 Takashi Murakami Tourbillon Rainbow

As Hublot and Takashi Murakami continue to strengthen their bond, the two’s latest presentation brings back the MP-15 Tourbillon Sapphire Rainbow for a limited release. Last year, two special MP-15 models were unveiled, with one dedicated to the Only Watch 2023 auction, while a less colorful iteration was revealed as a limited drop a few months later.

Dazzling, complex and hyper-kawaii, the watch comes in the shape of Murakami’s iconic floral motif. Crafted from polished sapphire, the case has a clear, transparent finish that offers a peek inside. Despite its unconventional shape, the watch measures just 42mm in diameter, with each of its ‘petals’ set with precious stones.

What sets this iteration apart from the auction piece is that each petal illuminates a different color that echoes its parallel hour marker. While both variants have 444 precious stones, the Only Watch edition featured a rainbow-like gradient on all the petals.

Murakami’s iconic smiley face is laser etched into the domed sapphire crystal, forming the center of the dial. Beneath the smile is the HUB9015 hand-wound tourbillon, which has been skeletonized, thus creating the visual intrigue of the movement floating in the air.

The unique piece that was donated to Only Watch ended up selling for CHF 420,000 (approximately USD 484,473) at auction. But this time, the watch will be available for purchase in a limited run of 20 pieces, each priced at $374,000 USD. For more information, please visit Hublot’s official website.