Casio's new bold Japan-inspired G-Shocks now available to buy in the US
Casio has finally brought the G-Shock DW5600AKA-4 and DW6900AKA-4 to its US store, each priced at $190. The two watches, inspired by the Japanese Akachochin red lantern tradition, first launched in Japan in April 2026 at ¥22,000 (~$139) apiece.
The design is inspired by Akachochin — a symbol of warmth and a relaxed atmosphere, commonly seen outside casual bars and small restaurants in Japan, especially izakaya, where people gather after work to unwind. What we'll get is an all-red treatment across both watches, with black Japanese characters reading "shock resistant" printed prominently on the case and strap, along with black accents on the buttons and band loops. The LED backlight carries a red tint to match the overall vibe.
The two models are built on some of G-Shock's most recognizable platforms. The DW-5600 is a rectangular digital watch, while the DW-6900 features a round case with triple circle graphics above a slimmer display. The DW5600AKA-4 measures 42.8 mm in diameter and 13.4 mm in thickness, uses a mineral glass crystal, and is rated for 200 m of water resistance. Both models share standard G-Shock features, including a 1/100th second stopwatch, countdown timer, and alarm.
The US launch was announced by G-Shock US and the G-Shock Soho Store on Instagram, without any prior email notification or a dedicated press release. The watches are expected to be exclusive to Casio.com in the US.
At $190, however, the AKA-4 pair costs way more than the Japanese retail price, which is usually typical for G-Shock releases crossing into Western markets. Both are available now directly through Casio's US website.
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