MIYOTA manufactures high-precision Japanese quartz and mechanical watch movements used by watch brands worldwide since 1980.
MIYOTA is a world-renowned leader in the manufacturing of watch movements, serving as the trusted engine for countless timepiece brands globally. Established in 1980 as a division of Citizen Watch Co., Ltd., MIYOTA specializes in producing reliable, high-quality quartz and automatic mechanical movements.
Their extensive product lineup ranges from the standard 2035 series and heavy-duty chronographs to the premium 9000 series automatic movements. Known for Japanese durability and precision, MIYOTA movements are found in everything from everyday fashion watches to professional diver's watches. The brand provides detailed technical specifications and instruction manuals to assist watchmakers and consumers in the operation, setting, and maintenance of their timepieces.
Latest manuals from manuals+ curated for this brand.
Watch setup, installation, and troubleshooting videos for this brand.
Common questions about manuals, registration, and support for this brand.
The caliber number is usually stamped directly on the movement (e.g., 2035, 9015) or engraved on the case back of the watch.
Yes, many MIYOTA automatic series, such as the 8200 and 9000 series, support manual winding by turning the crown clockwise in the normal position.
Generally, pull the crown to the first click position and turn it (direction depends on the specific caliber) to adjust the date. Avoid changing the date between 9:00 PM and 4:00 AM to prevent damage to the mechanism.
Technical drawings and detailed specifications are available on the official MIYOTA website under the specific product page for each caliber.